On June 17, 2026, the construction of the Pinglu Canal achieved a major milestone. Beigang Yunhe 002, the first 5,000-tonne green intelligent vessel equipped with Yuchai YC6TFN main marine engines, successfully completed all scheduled sea trials under the extreme operating conditions of continuous heavy rainfall and rapid river currents. All core performance indicators met design criteria, marking a complete success of the trial voyage.
The trial section of the Pinglu Canal was recently affected by persistent torrential rains, which substantially increased river flow and resulted in complex hydraulic conditions, posing rigorous challenges to vessel maneuverability and power system stability. Under the full witness of local maritime authorities, industry technical experts and major mainstream media outlets, Beigang Yunhe 002 cast off and embarked on its trial voyage amid heavy rain. The vessel sequentially completed a full range of real-ship verification tests, including power adaptability tests, full-speed turning navigation, emergency braking and anchor deployment trials.
Throughout the voyage, the test team conducted multi-dimensional, multi-scenario performance assessments of the vessel's power system across typical navigable sections of the Pinglu Canal, including straight waterways and continuous curved reaches. Key operational data were systematically collected and analyzed, covering cruising speed, steering response, hull vibration, noise levels in both engine rooms and accommodation areas, and exhaust emissions.
Test results verified that the Yuchai YC6TFN marine engine maintained stable operation throughout the entire trial. It achieved better fuel efficiency than projected during economical cruising and delivered robust and reliable power output under all operating conditions. The engine passed all rigorous trial assessments, fully demonstrating its superior adaptability to the complex hydrological environment of the Pinglu Canal.
The successful trial voyage embodies the in-depth integration of green power technology and smart inland shipping, and marks a pivotal breakthrough for the Pinglu Canal in the development of green and intelligent inland waterway vessels. Moving forward, Yuchai will continue to deliver comprehensive, clean, efficient and reliable power system solutions. By providing greener and smarter engine technologies, Yuchai will sustain the high-quality development of the Pinglu Canal and empower this century-scale strategic project for steady and long-term advancement.