Hey there, globe-trotters and adventure seekers! 🌍 Ready for some exciting news from the East? China's making waves in the maritime world as its second domestically-built large cruise ship docks for final assembly in Shanghai! 🛳️
Just like piecing together a giant puzzle or stacking life-sized building blocks, the ship's hull sections are being swiftly assembled at the No. 2 dock of Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (SWS). This all kicked off after a significant keel laying ceremony held on Saturday. 🎉
\"Keel laying is a symbolic milestone in shipbuilding,\" shared Chen Jianwei, assistant general manager at SWS and construction director of the large cruise ship project. \"It means the ship will now be continuously outfitted at a rapid pace.\" 🚀
This isn't just about constructing a colossal cruise liner; it's a testament to China's burgeoning capabilities in the cruise ship industry. \"This signifies that China has basically established mass design and construction capabilities for cruise ships,\" Chen added. Talk about leveling up! 💪
For all you future passengers dreaming of setting sail on the high seas, this could be your next voyage! 🗺️ Keep your eyes peeled, because the future of ocean travel is being built right now in Shanghai. Who's ready to embark on a new adventure? ✨
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Second China-built large cruise liner enters final assembly phase
cgtn.com
