Chongqing made "big Mac" sea liner to go to Hong Kong yesterday
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At 11 a.m. on the 20th, the sea-going vessel "Wisdom 1," with a total tonnage of 7,800 tons, was slowly pushed out of the Tangjiatun Dongfeng Shipyard Wharf by a tugboat. This marks a significant milestone, as the ship is currently the largest vessel operating on the Sichuan River.
The "Wisdom 1" is a multi-purpose ship designed for both passenger and cargo transport. Built by Dongfeng Shipyard for a Hong Kong-based shipping company, it measures 116.2 meters in length, 18.2 meters in width, and 10.4 meters in height—roughly equivalent to a 100-meter runway.
According to the crew, most passenger ships on the Sichuan River have a maximum draft of 2.6 meters. However, after being launched, the "Wisdom 1" had a draft of 3.3 meters when empty. This makes it suitable for both passenger and freight operations, earning it the classification of an "infinite navigation class" vessel.
On the day of the launch, the scene was quite impressive. The 50-meter-long tugboat, though small in comparison, was tasked with moving the massive "Wisdom 1." To ensure safe passage, the ship's crew monitored the navigation channel from the vessel itself while maintaining communication with the tugboat via radio.
The "Wisdom 1" and its tugboat form the longest fleet currently sailing on the Sichuan River, stretching a total of 146 meters. Due to the limitations of the river’s navigation channels, the vessel must be towed to Jiangsu before winter’s dry season begins. Once there, it will undergo improvements before heading to Hong Kong.
The journey will take approximately 15 days, with an average speed of 20 kilometers per hour. Only daytime travel is allowed, ensuring safety and compliance with river regulations. This operation highlights not only the scale of modern river transport but also the careful planning required to move such a large vessel through challenging waterways.