China is constructing what defence analysts believe could become the world's largest naval replenishment ship, a development that could significantly enhance the People's Liberation Army Navy's ability to support aircraft carrier strike groups during extended deployments far from home waters.
According to The War Zone (TWZ), satellite imagery of the vessel under construction at Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) indicates that it is larger than China's existing Type 901 fast combat support ships. While Beijing has not officially confirmed details of the project, analysts say the ship's estimated dimensions suggest it could surpass the largest replenishment ships currently in service.
