Core Insights - The "Yuanhai Green Oasis," a 174,000 cubic meter LNG carrier built by Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding, was delivered in Shanghai 3.5 months ahead of schedule, achieving the fastest construction time for its class at 16 months [1][3] - This delivery marks a record for Hudong-Zhonghua, completing 13 large LNG carriers and delivering 11 in 2023, fulfilling the "14th Five-Year Plan" for LNG transport capacity expansion [1][3] Group 1 - The "Yuanhai Green Oasis" is one of the LNG carriers utilizing domestically produced YW steel, achieving the highest level of domestic production [3] - The delivery signifies a new height for "national ships built by national companies," showcasing China's advancements in high-level technological self-reliance in shipbuilding [3] - The vessel's operation will enhance China's clean energy transportation capacity and improve bargaining power for LNG imports [3] Group 2 - The construction cycle of the "Yuanhai Green Oasis" was only 16 months, breaking the previous record of 17 months and 8 days set by the company in 2023, redefining the construction efficiency for the global NO 96 type LNG carriers [3] - The ship is designed for the COSCO Shipping Energy project, measuring 295 meters in length, 45 meters in width, and 26.25 meters in depth, with a speed of 19.5 knots [3] - Equipped with advanced cargo containment systems and a dual-fuel slow-speed engine propulsion system, the vessel can operate on both long and short routes, covering over 90% of global LNG trade routes, and is classified by both the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and China Classification Society (CCS) [3]