BYD undocks 'Xi'an' Ro-Ro car carrier

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Shanghai (Gasgoo)-  BYD has announced another milestone in its overseas expansion with the "Xi'an" car carrier undocked on April 2. Meanwhile, the "Shenzhen," the world's largest-ever roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) car carrier, is set for its maiden voyage. Photo credit: BYD The "Shenzhen" measures 219.9 meters in length and 37.7 meters in width, with a designed cruising speed of 18.5 knots (approximately 34 km/h). Capable of carrying up to 9,200 vehicles, it currently stands as the largest Ro-Ro car carrier globally. Photo credit: BYD The "Xi'an" is the sixth Ro-Ro vessel delivered to BYD in just over a year, underscoring the company's aggressive push into maritime logistics. In 2022, BYD announced a 5-billion-yuan investment to commission eight Ro-Ro carriers, each capable of transporting over 7,000 vehicles. Two of these ships were built by Guangzhou Shipyard International Company Limited, while the remaining six were constructed by CIMC Raffles. All vessels feature dual-fuel propulsion ………………………………