Recently, CIMC SOE formally signed a construction contract with a European shipowner for one 6,000-cubic-meter LNG bunker vessel. The vessel will provide clean fuel bunkering services for ships at European ports, supporting the green transition of European shipping. This order marks another landmark breakthrough for CIMC SOE in its continued efforts to expand into the overseas clean energy vessel market and strengthen its presence in high-end niche segments.

The company has long maintained a precise strategic focus on green vessel segments such as LNG bunkering and clean energy transport. With stringent construction standards and a proven track record of quality delivery, CIMC SOE has earned broad recognition and trust from shipowners worldwide. This latest contract further consolidates the company's leading position in the global small-to-medium LNG bunker vessel niche, widening its competitive edge in the sector.

Looking at the current global shipping market, the green and low-carbon transition has become an irreversible industry trend. Green shipping policies are being progressively implemented in ports across various countries, while the pace of upgrading conventional fuel vessels and replacing them with clean energy alternatives continues to accelerate. This has driven sustained surges in demand for LNG carriers and LNG bunker vessels, with overall industry sentiment remaining robust.

Against this favorable market backdrop, the company continues to expand into both domestic and international high-end markets. New orders are being secured with strong momentum, and the company's market development and order acquisition capabilities have been steadily improving.

Moving forward, CIMC SOE will maintain its focus on the green shipping development track, deepening its presence in the global high-end clean energy vessel market while continuously enriching its green vessel product portfolio. At the same time, the company will further strengthen its overseas market footprint, deepen collaboration with quality shipowners worldwide, and contribute to the global green transition of shipping through high-quality offshore engineering equipment.