The 10-meter Patrol Boat Purchased by The United Nations Has Successfully Completed Its Sea Trials

On July 31, 2025,  the first 10-meter aluminum alloy catamaran patrol boat under the United Nations procurement initiative successfully completed its maiden sea trial. Developed and constructed by Shandong Poseidon Boat Technology Co., Ltd. and fully certified by Lloyd's Register, this patrol boat marks a significant breakthrough in applying advanced Chinese boatbuilding techniques to global humanitarian missions.

This boat is the first of four commissioned for delivery to Pacific Island nations including Kiribati and Nauru. It embodies a technical response to what maritime experts call the “small boat, big mission” challenge—a complex set of requirements involving high performance, durability, safety, and environmental responsibility, all packed into a compact, 10-meter frame.

1) Mission Embodied in Ceremony: Launch of the Sea Trial

The trial began with a solemn launch ceremony at  dock. In attendance were United Nations project delegates, Lloyd’s Register certification engineers, and Poseidon’s technical development team. As the veil was lifted from the gleaming silver hull, the moment underscored not just a technological achievement but a broader commitment to international collaboration and humanitarian service.

A large banner at the ceremony proudly declared: “The Lloyd’s Register Certification Project of Poseidon Boat.” The atmosphere was charged with both pride and anticipation—a sense that the project had advanced from paper to purpose.

2） Real-Time Validation: Speed, Stability, and Survivability at Sea

Following the ceremony, the boat was launched into a designated sea trial zone where it underwent rigorous performance testing. Equipped with twin 300-horsepower outboard engines, the boat quickly accelerated to its design maximum of 30 knots. More importantly, it sustained high-speed performance of 25 knots for 30 consecutive minutes under simulated rough sea conditions, demonstrating stability, propulsion reliability, and excellent hydrodynamic efficiency.

In addition to speed trials, onboard systems were also evaluated:

Rescue communication systems remained stable during high-speed maneuvers.

Marine radar showed continuous signal fidelity, ensuring suitability for 24/7 humanitarian operations in adverse weather conditions.

Structural integrity tests confirmed optimal resistance to saltwater corrosion while maintaining lightweight performance, owing to its aluminum alloy hull.

Lloyd’s Register field engineers recorded and analyzed the boat’s data throughout the trial. Preliminary results stated that the patrol boat not only met but exceeded international maritime safety standards, especially in the areas of structural design balance, corrosion resistance, and energy-efficient performance.

3）A Client’s Gratitude: From Design to Life-Saving Deployment

Representatives from the United Nations a speech that reflected both sincerity and strategic importance, one senior delegate noted:

“Thanks to Poseidon Boats. Thank you to Lloyd’s. It's an honor to be here in China and to witness this very important milestone for us. The progress of this project has been a great development for the United Nations and for the Government of Japan. I am confident that our future collaborations will be fruitful for all parties. Once again, I thank Lloyd’s for their patience and Poseidon for their dedication. A big thank you to everybody involved in this project.”

This endorsement was not only a recognition of engineering accomplishment but also an affirmation of China’s emerging leaderboat in providing global maritime solutions underpinned by international standards.

3）Beyond Engineering: A Story of Global Cooperation

Looking Ahead: Building Momentum for the Future

With the success of this first sea trial, Poseidon Boats and its international partners are positioned to scale up production and integration for broader applications. Whether it's coastal surveillance, humanitarian logistics, or environmental response, these 10-meter patrol boats represent a scalable, export-ready model for future missions.

More importantly, the project shines a spotlight on how advanced yet compact maritime assets can serve complex international needs. As Lloyd’s Qingdao Director He Jinshi remarked during the construction launch earlier this year:

“These four boats not only carry technological innovation but also the weight of shared human destiny. From material certification to operational reliability, every boat is a floating embodiment of our commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability.”

4）Conclusion: Sailing Toward Shared Purpose

As the first patrol boat cuts across the Qingdao sea with precision and confidence, it marks more than just a successful trial. It is a symbol of China’s maturing maritime capability, of global partnerboats built on trust and performance, and of a world where small boats can carry great missions—missions of peace, resilience, and human solidarity.

The tide of cooperation has set sail, and these patrol boats are leading the way.

This project is not merely about the delivery of boats—it is a testament to what can be achieved when technological innovation meets a shared sense of global responsibility. The successful trial sets the stage for the remaining three patrol boats to undergo sea trials and delivery by the end of August 2025.

Each of these boats will play a vital role in enabling island nations—some of the most vulnerable to climate change and natural disasters—to execute maritime patrols, deliver emergency aid, and protect marine resources more effectively. The patrol boats’ deployment underscores a new model of South-South cooperation, linking Chinese manufacturing, Japanese development funding, and United Nations operational frameworks.