China Commissions It’s First Type 075 Amphibious Assault Ship

China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy has demonstrated the capabilities of its newly commissioned Type 075 vessel, named the Hainan 31, to enable rapid combat power buildup ashore in the face of a potential enemy.  

Defence-Blog: Chinese Navy demonstrates capability of its new amphibious assault ship 

The Hainan 31 is China’s first Type 075 amphibious assault ship capable of transporting almost the full strength of a Chinese Marine Corps, and landing them in hostile territory via landing craft or helicopters as well as providing air support. 

It has a full-length flight deck for helicopter operations and features a floodable well deck from which to disembark hovercraft and armored amphibious assault vehicles. 

The Hainan placed in active service on Friday at a naval port in southern China’s Hainan Province, according to the official Xinhua News Agency. 

The ceremony took place on the same day that the People’s Liberation Army Navy celebrated its 72nd anniversary.  

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