China’s 'super carrier' push: World's largest naval support ship under construction
China is reportedly constructing what could be the world's largest naval support ship, enhancing the capabilities of its navy. The ship, which appears to be nearing completion, is designed to support carrier strike groups with essential supplies. Analysts suggest it may enter service between 2027 and 2028, reflecting China's focus on expanding its blue-water naval operations.
- ▪The China State Shipbuilding Corporation has released images of a massive ship hull under construction.
- ▪The new vessel is estimated to be approximately 271 meters long and 37 meters wide, with a displacement of 60,000 to 65,000 tonnes.
- ▪Current PLA Navy carrier groups are primarily supported by two smaller classes of combat support ships.
3 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 20 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: centre. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Is China building the world's largest naval support ship? — Korea Times
- ▪ Is China building the world’s largest naval support ship? — South China Morning Post
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News/Defence News/China’s 'super carrier' push: World's largest naval support ship under constructionChina’s 'super carrier' push: World's largest naval support ship under constructionTOI World Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 24, 2026, 13:39 ISTCommentsShareAA+Text SizeSmallMediumLarge Image/X@SputnikInt China appears close to be launching what could become the world's largest naval support vessel, based on new images released by a state-owned shipbuilder and subsequent analysis by military observers.On Thursday, the China State Shipbuilding Corporation shared a photograph of one of its shipyards on social media as part of a post marking a Chinese solar term.
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