Docking of the giant Chinese ship loaded with bitumen in the port of Sirt

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February 7, 2026

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Docking of the giant Chinese ship loaded with bitumen in the port of Sirt

Sirte – The bitumen tanker JIN ZHOU WAN docked at the Sirte Free Zone Port basin today. This event took place on Friday. It marks an operational first for the port. The vessel is the largest in size and length to dock there to date.

The ship measures 145.9 meters in length. Its draft depth reaches 8.0 meters. This reflects the port basin’s evolving capacity. It also shows its operational capabilities.

The Sirte Free Zone Media Office confirmed details. The ship flies the flag of the People’s Republic of China. It carries a cargo of approximately 11,719 metric tons of bitumen. This delivery is part of ongoing supply operations.

The docking of this giant vessel is an important indicator. It shows the improved readiness of the Sirte Free Zone Port. It also highlights its ability to receive large ships. This contributes to supporting commercial traffic. It enhances the port’s role as a strategic logistics hub. This hub is located on the Libyan coast.

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