On a crisp morning at Qingdao Port, a fleet of Shandong-manufactured 4-Axle Oil Tanker slowly sailed out of the harbor, heading for the port of Barcelona, Spain. This batch of 4-Axle Oil Tanker, independently developed and produced by Shandong Luyi Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., a leading enterprise in China's special vehicle manufacturing industry, has undergone strict quality inspections and international certification, and is about to officially undertake petroleum logistics services in the Iberian Peninsula. The export of 4-Axle Oil Tanker is not only a concrete manifestation of the "going global" strategy of Shandong's equipment manufacturing industry, but also a powerful proof of the recognition of Chinese-made special vehicles in the European high-end market.
Safety performance has always been the core concern of petroleum transportation equipment, and this batch of 4-Axle Oil Tanker has made breakthroughs in this regard. The 4-Axle Oil Tanker is equipped with an intelligent pressure and temperature monitoring system. The sensor installed inside the tank can transmit the real-time data of the tank to the cab and the background monitoring platform through the Internet of Things technology. Once the pressure or temperature exceeds the safety range, the system will immediately issue an alarm and take corresponding protective measures. In addition, the 4-Axle Oil Tanker is also equipped with an emergency cut-off device, which can quickly cut off the connection between the tank and the pipeline in case of an accident, preventing petroleum leakage and reducing the risk of secondary accidents.
The adaptability to road conditions is another major advantage of this 4-Axle Oil Tanker. Spain has a complex road network, including highways, mountain roads and coastal roads. In response to this situation, the 4-Axle Oil Tanker has optimized the suspension system and braking system. The upgraded air suspension system can effectively absorb the vibration caused by uneven roads, improve the driving stability and comfort of the vehicle, and reduce the impact on the tank body. The advanced disc brake system has stronger braking performance and shorter braking distance, which can ensure the safety of the 4-Axle Oil Tanker when driving on various road conditions.
The cooperation between Shandong Luyi Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. and the Spanish logistics company started a year ago. At that time, the Spanish company put forward strict requirements for the performance, quality and after-sales service of the 4-Axle Oil Tanker. In order to meet these requirements, the R&D team of Shandong Luyi Heavy Industry conducted in-depth research on the European Union's ADR dangerous goods transportation regulations and Spain's local transportation policies, and organized technical personnel to go to Spain for on-the-spot investigation.
The person in charge of Shandong Luyi Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. said in an interview that the export of this batch of 4-Axle Oil Tanker is a new starting point for the company to enter the European market. In the future, the company will continue to increase investment in R&D, focus on the needs of global customers, and launch more high-quality, high-performance 4-Axle Oil Tanker and other special vehicles. At the same time, the company will also establish a sound after-sales service network in Europe to provide timely and professional maintenance and technical support for customers, so as to enhance the influence of Chinese-made 4-Axle Oil Tanker in the international market.
The relevant person in charge of the Shandong Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology pointed out that the successful export of the 4-Axle Oil Tanker is a microcosm of the high-quality development of Shandong's equipment manufacturing industry. In recent years, Shandong Province has vigorously supported the innovation and development of the special vehicle manufacturing industry, guided enterprises to strengthen technological research and development and quality management, and promoted the transformation and upgrading of the industry. The export volume of special vehicles such as 4-Axle Oil Tanker has been increasing year by year, and the export market has expanded from Southeast Asia and Africa to Europe and North America, which has effectively promoted the growth of Shandong's foreign trade.
For the Spanish logistics enterprise that purchased the 4-Axle Oil Tanker, joining hands with Shandong Luyi Heavy Industry bears great importance for its long-term business growth. The person in charge of this Spanish logistics company stated that the enterprise launched a comprehensive and strict selection process earlier—during which the enterprise assessed a host of renowned international brands engaged in transportation equipment production. After multiple rounds of performance comparison, quality testing and cost analysis, the enterprise finally locked in the Shandong-manufactured 4-Axle Oil Tanker. The 4-Axle Oil Tanker’s exceptional working performance, reliable quality guarantee and outstanding cost-effectiveness in the global market are the core reasons for the enterprise’s final decision. The Spanish logistics enterprise firmly believes that adding the 4-Axle Oil Tanker to its transportation fleet will greatly boost the operational efficiency of its petroleum transportation business and upgrade the safety standards of the whole process, which in turn will bring more substantial economic benefits to the enterprise’s logistics operations.
As the fleet of 4-Axle Oil Tanker sails away, it carries the hopes and dreams of Shandong's equipment manufacturing enterprises to go global. In the context of economic globalization, Chinese-made 4-Axle Oil Tanker will rely on advanced technology, reliable quality and perfect service to win more recognition and trust in the international market, and make greater contributions to the development of the global petroleum logistics industry.
