China Builds Type 071 LPD Amphibious Ships at a Second Shipyard in Guangzhou for the First Time

Satellite imagery shows two Type 071 amphibious transport docks under construction at COMEC's Longxue Island facilities in Guangzhou, expanding production beyond Hudong-Zhonghua in Shanghai. Imagery dated October 4 depicts adjacent hulls at advanced stages, matching the approximately 210-metre dimensions and characteristic configuration of the class. The roughly 22,000-tonne ships use a well deck and aviation facilities to move landing craft, troops, vehicles and helicopters. The Guangzhou construction adds a second production location for a design previously built exclusively at Hudong-Zhonghua, where additional Type 071 vessels are also being assembled.