China building world’s largest naval replenishment ship to boost carrier operations

China is developing a new and larger naval replenishment vessel at Guangzhou Shipyard. This advanced vessel is expected to exceed the size of current Type 901 support ships, bolstering the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s ability to operate effectively at long ranges. Its impressive dimensions may even rival those of the US Navy’s replenishment fleet, reflecting China’s ambitions for extended carrier operations beyond its territorial waters.