China Commissions Beihai Jiu 151 Marine Rescue Vessel
What happened
China Central Television reported that the Beihai Jiu 151, a medium-sized marine rescue vessel, was commissioned on September 21, 2026. The vessel joined the fleet of the Ministry of Transport's Beihai Rescue Bureau. The project was led by the Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute and built by CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company Limited.
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Why it matters
The Beihai Jiu 151 is the first medium-sized marine rescue vessel in China's northern waters. Its design allows it to operate in challenging conditions, including icy waters and shallow coastal areas, thereby strengthening the national maritime emergency rescue network.
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Department for Transport
United Kingdom government ministerial department responsible for the English transport network