Chinese shipbuilders and European shipowners recently advocated for increased collaboration, as reported by Manifold Times. This call for closer ties occurred during the first China-Europe Maritime Summit, held at SMM 2026.
The discussions at the summit focused on several key areas of mutual interest. Participants specifically highlighted the importance of joint efforts in vessel development, according to Manifold Times.
A significant topic of conversation was the advancement of alternative bunker fuels. Both Chinese shipbuilders and European shipowners sought to strengthen their partnership in this critical sector, Manifold Times stated.
Digitalization was also a prominent subject during the summit's proceedings. The parties involved aimed to explore opportunities for greater cooperation in this technological domain, as reported by Manifold Times.
