渔民李红的家就在渔港旁，几名渔民正围坐在一起唠嗑。说起主动改造的缘由，龙港区第一个提交改造 申请的渔民杨刚打开了话匣子："政策好是关键，政府给补助，渔业部门全程代办手续，我们不用多跑 一步路。更重要的是，钢船结实抗造，四级风浪里也能安稳作业，再也不用像以前那样，一遇大风就急 忙往回赶。" 本报记者 孟祥畔 虽然眼下还是冰封海面的时节，但刘德辉已经对开春出海充满了期待。1月末，他家那艘服役十余年的 木质渔船完成拆解，仅隔两天，钢质渔船辽葫渔11557号的建造开工令就下达到船厂，3月中旬就能下水 启航，成为他耕海牧渔的新伙伴。 "老木船就是我的老伙计，陪了我十几年，毛病越来越多了。"刘德辉今年58岁，是葫芦岛市龙港区笊篱 头子村的渔民，提起旧渔船，他有不少烦心事，"木船抗风能力不行，船舱空间小，另外每年光维修保 养就要花不少钱。" "渔船更新改造，政府补贴政策力度很大，旧船拆解有补助，造船升级有支持。"刘德辉说，他成为村里 首批递交更新改造申请的渔民。 责编：王世海 审核：刘立纲 李红是龙港区第四个递交改造申请的渔民。他笑着说："我家祖祖辈辈靠海吃海，等新船到手，我就再 置办点新渔具，一家人一起出海，守着大海过好 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant advancements in the fishing industry in Liaoning, particularly through the modernization of fishing vessels, which enhances safety and operational efficiency [1][2]. Group 1: Vessel Modernization - Fisherman Sun Jingjun has upgraded from a wooden boat to a new steel fishing vessel, which has improved wind resistance and safety during rough weather [1]. - The new vessels have increased operational capacity, with net loading capacity rising from 20 to 30 nets and speed increasing from 8 knots to 10 knots, leading to greater catch yields [1]. - Liaoning has implemented a program to update and transform marine fishing vessels, with 1,326 vessels updated and 1,465 vessels decommissioned as part of this initiative [1]. Group 2: Financial Support for Fishermen - Fishermen have expressed concerns about the high costs and financial pressures associated with vessel modernization [2]. - The government of Liaoning is promoting a market-driven approach with government guidance to support the modernization of fishing vessels, coordinating with financial institutions to enhance credit support [2]. - As of now, banks in Liaoning have issued a total of 216 million yuan in loans related to fishing vessel updates and renovations [2].

Core Viewpoint - Liaoning province is experiencing a surge in fishing vessel orders, particularly for the modernization of wooden boats to fiberglass or steel, driven by safety concerns and government policies aimed at upgrading the fishing fleet [1][11][19]. Group 1: Current Market Dynamics - Despite the cold weather, small shipyards in Dalian are bustling with activity, receiving a high volume of orders for fishing vessels, which is unusual for this time of year [5][9]. - The shipyard has built and delivered 12 fishing vessels since October 2025, with an additional 18 vessels on order, primarily due to the "wood to steel" policy encouraging fishermen to upgrade their boats [7][9]. - The production value for these shipyards has increased by over 200% year-on-year, with orders extending into May of the current year [9]. Group 2: Government Initiatives and Policies - The "wood to steel" initiative is part of a broader effort by the Liaoning government to modernize the fishing fleet, with a target to upgrade over 6,000 vessels within three years [9][19]. - Financial support measures have been introduced, including a phased reward system for upgrading wooden boats to new material vessels and loan interest subsidies, with rates of 2% and 1.5% planned for 2026 [15][17]. - As of now, 1,326 vessels have been initiated for upgrades, and banks have issued 216 million yuan in loans for vessel modernization, with 143 million yuan specifically for the "wood to steel" initiative [17]. Group 3: Safety Concerns and Upgrades - Historical data indicates that wooden fishing vessels have been involved in numerous emergency situations, highlighting significant safety risks associated with older boats [13]. - The government is focusing on not only replacing old vessels but also upgrading onboard equipment to enhance safety and efficiency [21]. - The establishment of a dedicated task force aims to streamline the modernization process and address challenges faced by fishermen, including the need for design blueprints for smaller vessels [21][25].

Group 1 - The provincial marine fishing vessel renovation and reduction work team held a special meeting to discuss the construction of the marine fisheries law enforcement team and the safety production of fishing vessels, reporting that as of December 9, 365 fishing vessels have been updated and renovated, while 634 vessels have been reduced and transitioned [1] - The provincial agricultural and rural affairs department has drafted a pilot work plan for marine fishing vessel management reform, which includes allowing conditional applications for the manufacture of trawlers and establishing a "Liaoning Province fishing gear index pool" to explore new models for fishing gear index allocation [1] - Financial support has been strengthened, with local financial management promoting banks to increase credit for the "wood to steel" initiative, resulting in 62 fishing vessel loans totaling 86.24 million yuan, of which 45.37 million yuan is for "wood to steel" renovations and 40.87 million yuan for equipment updates [1] Group 2 - The first batch of reduction and transition reward funds has been issued in Dalian's Changhai County, with 24 qualifying fishing vessel owners receiving over 820,000 yuan in rewards, encouraging other fishermen to apply for similar transitions [2] - The province's specialized team emphasizes the importance of safety and the orderly promotion of the "wood to steel" initiative, focusing on safety hazard inspections and the management of transitional fishing vessels [2] - Various financial products with favorable interest rates and diverse subsidy and reward policies have been implemented to support the "wood to steel" and reduction transition efforts [2]

Core Insights - Huludao City has implemented a subsidy policy for fishing vessel upgrades and reductions, addressing the urgent needs of fishermen [1][2] - The city organized outreach activities to educate fishermen about the new policies, providing clear guidelines and support [1] - Financial institutions in Huludao have introduced customized loan products to facilitate vessel upgrades, with competitive interest rates [2] Group 1: Policy Implementation - The subsidy policy aims to simplify the process for fishermen to upgrade their vessels and transition to new production methods [1] - A "clear manual" has been distributed to fishermen, detailing the policies in an easy-to-understand format [1] - Fishermen are encouraged to complete vessel upgrades by the end of 2026 to benefit from extended interest subsidies [1] Group 2: Financial Support - Local banks have tailored loan products, with interest rates as low as 2.85% from Huludao Bank and 3% from Liaoning Rural Commercial Bank [2] - A total of 27.1 million yuan has been approved in loans for vessel upgrades, with 16.6 million yuan already disbursed [2] - An electronic ledger and a subsidy calculator app have been developed to streamline the subsidy calculation process for fishermen [2] Group 3: Flexible Solutions - For fishermen with smaller vessels or those reluctant to incur debt, flexible solutions such as partnerships for upgrades or selling old boats for collective upgrades are available [2] - The investment group offers to buy old boats, upgrade them, and lease them back to fishermen, allowing ownership after a specified rental period [2] - The implementation of these policies has led to increased participation from fishermen in upgrading and transitioning their vessels [2]

Core Insights - The articles highlight the ongoing efforts in various coastal cities of China to promote the "wood to steel" transformation of fishing vessels, aimed at enhancing safety and upgrading the fishing industry [1][2][3][4][5][6] Group 1: Policy Initiatives - Multiple cities, including Dalian, Dan Dong, Jinzhou, and Yinkou, are implementing financial support measures such as subsidies and loans to facilitate the "wood to steel" transformation of fishing vessels [1][2][3][4][5] - Dalian has introduced a phased reward system and loan interest subsidies to encourage fishermen to adopt the "wood to steel" initiative [1] - Dan Dong has coordinated with over ten financial institutions to offer 14 types of financial products specifically for fishing vessel upgrades [2] Group 2: Community Engagement - Local governments are actively engaging with fishermen through face-to-face discussions, workshops, and personalized guidance to ensure understanding of the policies and benefits of vessel upgrades [1][2][3][4] - Jinzhou has organized community visits to assess fishermen's willingness to participate in the transformation and to address their financial concerns [3] Group 3: Financial Support and Incentives - The maximum subsidy for vessel upgrades can reach up to 30% of the construction costs, with a cap of 1 million yuan based on vessel length [6] - As of mid-November, Huludao has issued 195 million yuan in loans for fishing vessel construction, indicating strong financial backing for the initiative [6] Group 4: Progress and Outcomes - By November 23, 693 fishing vessel owners expressed intentions to upgrade by 2026, and 1,142 showed willingness to reduce their fleet and transition to other industries [1] - Jinzhou reported that 87 out of 204 wooden fishing vessels have indicated interest in the "wood to steel" transformation [3]