An engineering colossus revealed
With its 28 meters long and 2 meters in diameter, it is positioned as the largest in the world.
Designed by the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), this monumental equipment is intended to equip a pile driving vessel, currently under construction, and capable of lifting up to 5,000 tonnes, the equivalent of a thousand adult elephants.
A strategic advance for China
The introduction of this cylinder represents a significant step forward for China, allowing it to reduce its dependence on Western suppliers such as the German Bosch Rexroth and the American Parker Hannifin Corporation.
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Impact on the maritime economy
The commissioning of this cylinder could catalyze Chinese production in the field of maritime engineering, a booming sector whose growth exceeds that of the national GDP.
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Implications globales
This innovation is not limited to technical progress, it is also a strategic vector for China in its quest for autonomy and global technological leadership.
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Here is a list of the main characteristics of the cylinder:
- Length: 28 meters
- Diameter: 2 meters
- Lifting capacity: 5,000 tonnes
The impact of this development will not only be felt in international marine engineering markets but will also influence industrial and environmental policies globally. A giant step forward for China in the field of maritime engineering and clean technologies, which redefines the contours of international competition and places the country at the forefront of industrial innovation.
