Chinese shipyard launches the world's largest tanker with deadweight of 350 thousand tons

Chinese shipyard Guangzhou Zhongchuan Longxue Shipbuilding has launched its 308 tons tonnage tanker, the largest-ever, "Ukrinform" reports. The "Xin BuIn” ship’s first voyage is due late January. The tanker’s capacity allows carrying 350 tons of crude oil. The vessel is equipped with the latest navigational equipment. It can withstand severe storms and may stay in the autonomous navigation during 60 days, the agency reports.

(Source: Port News)