China's most advanced research ship delivered(2)

Photo taken on Sept. 29, 2012 shows the comprehensive research vessel, the Kexue (Science), in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province. The 99.6-meter-long and 17.8-meter wide ship was put into service on Saturday. Powered by a podded electric propulsion system, the Kexue consumes less power, creates less noise and vibration, and is able to move at continuously varying speeds of up to 15 knots. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)

Sui Yiyong (L, front), captain of the comprehensive research vessel, the Kexue (Science), makes introduction to visitors in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, Sept. 29, 2012. The 99.6-meter-long and 17.8-meter wide ship was put into service on Saturday. Powered by a podded electric propulsion system, the Kexue consumes less power, creates less noise and vibration, and is able to move at continuously varying speeds of up to 15 knots. (Xinhua/Li Ziheng)