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China Classification Society (CCS) announced the completion of a significant conversion project that transformed the 82,000 DWT bulk carrier Guang Qi De Er Ta into a 3,607 TEU container ship. The vessel was delivered on June 10, 2026, at Zhoushan Xinya Shipyard Co., Ltd., following a six-month modernization process that began in January.
The project involved extensive structural modifications to the hull, a complete redesign of the cargo hold arrangement, and the installation of a new container lashing system, all executed under the highest industry standards for precision and regulatory compliance.
The CCS team addressed multiple common industry challenges, including large block modifications, high-precision structural alignment, and coordinated system adaptation. It also ensured the full implementation of recently enacted regulatory requirements, all within a compressed six-month timeframe and without compromising safety and quality.
The successful delivery of this conversion fully demonstrates CCS's robust technical capabilities, rigorous quality management system, and efficient and timely service. The project also provides valuable, proven, and replicable experience for future large-scale conversions.
The initiative has received widespread international recognition. Various maritime publications, including TradeWinds, have highlighted this conversion as part of a growing trend of projects transforming bulk carriers into container ships, driven by strong fundamentals in the container market and strategic investment initiatives by Chinese shipowners.
CCS stated that it remains committed to supporting innovative conversion and shipbuilding projects with world-class technical services. The organization will continue to strengthen its inspection capabilities, digital technologies, and regulatory expertise to support its global partners in the face of ongoing changes in the energy and maritime markets.
Source: Portal Portuario
