Qingdao Evergreen Maritime, a leading manufacturer of specialist pneumatic fenders, has successfully delivered high-performance pneumatic fenders to Nantong CIMC in support of the CNOOC 12,000 CBM LNG carrier and bunker vessel project.

The supplied fenders include three units of 3.3D × 4.5L and two units of 1.5D × 3.0L pneumatic fenders. These fenders are designed for ship-to-ship (STS) operations involving China’s first LNG bunkering vessel certified by China Classification Society (CCS) for combined river-sea service and year-round operation in both winter and summer conditions. The vessel is officially named Marine Oil 302.

With extensive experience in LNG STS operations, Evergreen Maritime applies the ISO 17357:2014 international standard to ensure the highest levels of safety, reliability, and performance. The company remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality fender solutions tailored to the demanding requirements of complex LNG transfer operations.

Evergreen Maritime pneumatic fenders are constructed with multiple layers of high-strength tyre cord arranged at optimal angles. By utilizing the compressive elasticity of air, these fenders are engineered to withstand extreme marine environments, maintaining stable performance even at temperatures as low as -45°C.

As the largest manufacturer of marine fenders and ship launching airbags in China, Evergreen Maritime has supplied premium products to customers in more than 40 countries worldwide, earning a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and professional service. Approaching 2026, Evergreen Maritime looks forward to working hand in hand with global partners to create a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future for the maritime industry.