Widened Navigation Channel Begins Operation in TianjinA 130,000-dwt bulk cargo vessel laden with 122,000 tons of mineral powder pulled into Tianjin Harbor Thursday, starting the operation of an expanded navigation channel in the harbor.Construction of the 100,000-dwt-channel's first phase began on August 22, 2000 at a cost of 183 million yuan. The operation of the channel indicates that Tianjin has become a multi-function and modern deep-water harbor accommodating ships with 100,000 dwt or above, said a harbor official. Tianjin has built two specialized berths and upgraded five deep- water berths since 1999. Transformation of another four specialized container berths will soon be started. |
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