Vessel Profile

• Vessel Name: BYD Explorer No.1
• Ship Type: LNG Dual-Fuel Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC)
• Operator: BYD Shipping
• Builder: Yantai CIMC Raffles Offshore
• Delivery Year: 2024
• Flag: China

Dimensions

• Length Overall (LOA): Approximately 199.9 meters
• Beam: Approximately 38 meters
• Gross Tonnage: Approximately 52,000 GT
• Deadweight Tonnage: Approximately 20,000 DWT
• Draft: Approximately 8.6 meters

Capacity

• Vehicle Capacity: Approximately 7,000 vehicles
• Cargo Type: Passenger vehicles, SUVs and new energy vehicles
• Vehicle Decks: Multi-level vehicle decks

Propulsion

• Fuel System: LNG Dual Fuel
• Engine Type: Dual-fuel marine engine
• Maximum Speed: Approximately 19 knots

Strategic Role

BYD Explorer No.1 is the first major vessel in BYD's automotive shipping strategy, helping the company gain greater control over overseas vehicle delivery.