Chinese shipyard delivers 114,000-ton oil tanker

The Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Corporation (SWS) under China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) delivered a 114,000-ton oil tanker to a Greek shipping company Thursday, marking the first new vessel delivery of 2025 from Chinese shipyards.

The new ship, named "Seascout," belongs to the latest generation of refined oil tankers independently designed and developed by the SWS, capable of transporting 114,000 tons of refined oil.

The vessel is equipped with an eco-friendly propulsion system, and features upgraded hydrodynamic performance and energy efficiency. It also meets the latest international emission standards, positioning it as a more environmentally responsible option for global shipping.

The new tanker has been well-received in the market, with more than 20 orders currently on hand for this model.

Looking ahead, Chinese shipyards are set to deliver a range of large vessels in 2025, including car carriers, container ships, and liquefied natural gas carriers. Additionally, the second domestically-built large cruise ship, Adora Flora City, is expected to reach key milestones, such as hull completion and its first float-out.

Chinese shipyard delivers 114,000-ton oil tanker

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Thursday, discussing bilateral cooperation and Venezuela's situation, the Kremlin said in a statement.

The two leaders exchanged views on the further advancement of friendly bilateral relations, in line with a strategic partnership and cooperation agreement that entered into force in November 2025, the statement noted.

Both sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to the consistent implementation of joint projects in trade, energy, as well as economic, financial, cultural, humanitarian and other fields, the Kremlin said on Thursday.

It added that Putin expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people and reaffirmed his support for the Maduro government's policy of safeguarding national interests and sovereignty amid mounting external pressure.

Putin and Maduro signed the strategic partnership and cooperation agreement following bilateral talks in Moscow on May 7. According to the agreement, both countries have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation across all key sectors.

Putin, Maduro discuss bilateral cooperation over phone: Kremlin