The Anji Soundness, the world's largest car carrier, embarks on its maiden voyage from the Port of Taicang in China on June 16, bound for Europe. [Photo/WeChat ID: sh-jiading]
The Anji Soundness, the world's largest car carrier, embarked on its maiden voyage from China to Europe on June 16.
Commissioned by SAIC Anji Logistics, this massive vessel boasts a capacity of 9,500 cars, surpassing the previous record of 9,200. It represents a new benchmark in both size and energy efficiency for global car transport.
The vessel is carrying over 8,000 Chinese-made vehicles to European markets, with more than 4,000 coming from SAIC MG in Shanghai's Jiading district.
This "floating garage" features advanced technology, including multi-layered decks and intelligent systems that enhance loading efficiency by 30 percent and ensure secure transport.
Notably, the ship's smart network includes over 1,300 monitoring points for real-time data collection, which can trigger alerts within 0.5 seconds in case of anomalies.
Additionally, its satellite-based navigation system optimizes routes to save 15 percent on fuel, while a future-ready methanol fuel system aims for carbon-neutral voyages.
In 2024, MG achieved 5 percent sales growth, delivering over 240,000 units globally. Seven out of every 10 Chinese cars sold in Europe are manufactured by MG.
SAIC Anji Logistics' fleet now includes 36 vessels, forming a global network that supports China's automotive export ambitions.
SAIC MG's Public Relations Director Ge Siliang said that this fleet has not only helped address shipping capacity challenges but also makes it easier to reach international markets, further promoting the appeal of "Made in China" products worldwide.