Maritime transport support vessels enhance Hainan's inter-island transportation

This photo taken on March 19, 2026 shows a maritime transport support vessel travelling in the waters of Sansha, south China's Hainan Province. On Jan. 7, 2025, maritime transport support vessels were officially put into operation for routes between Yongxing Island and Zhaoshu Island.

These vessels have effectively enhanced the convenience of inter-island transportation and significantly facilitated the work and daily lives of personnel stationed on the islands.

Statistics show that in 2025, the vessels completed a total of 831 round-trip journeys, transporting 11,588 passengers. (Xinhua/Pu Xiaoxu)