The Yuanwang-1 measurement ship is the first-generation comprehensive space ocean-going measurement ship independently designed and built by China. It has a molded depth of 38 meters, a speed of up to 20 knots, and an endurance of 100 days. The ship was launched in August 1977 and put into use in 1978, becoming a pioneer in China’s space ocean-going measurement and control cause. In September 2008, after completing the maritime measurement and control tasks of the Shenzhou VII spacecraft and the Venezuelan communication satellite, the ship safely returned to China on November 12 and successfully completed its ‘retirement battle’. In the 32 years from 1978 to 2010, the ship made 44 expeditions to the ocean, sailed safely for more than 2,600 days and 440,000 nautical miles, and successfully completed 57 major scientific research and test tasks such as long-range carrier rockets, meteorological satellites, and manned spacecraft. It enjoys the reputation of a ‘maritime science city’ and has made great contributions to the country and the nation. It has been awarded collective first-class merits once, second-class merits six times, and third-class merits three times, and has been awarded the title of ‘Outstanding Contribution Collective for China’s Manned Space Engineering’. After successfully completing 32 years of maritime scientific research tasks, the ship was officially decommissioned. At about 15:00 on November 26, 2011, the ship successfully sailed into Dock No. 2 at the original site of Shanghai Jiangnan Shipyard. On October 22, 2010, the ship was donated by the China Satellite Maritime Tracking and Control Department to Jiangnan Shipbuilding (Group) Company. In order to let future generations remember history and further promote China’s military industry culture, national defense culture and marine culture, China State Shipbuilding Corporation and Jiangnan Shipbuilding (Group) Company will further draw on the experience of successfully participating in the 2010 Shanghai World Expo and turn the China Ship Pavilion, the Translation Pavilion of Jiangnan General Machinery Manufacturing Bureau, Dock No. 2 at the original site of Jiangnan and the Yuanwang-1 measurement ship into a trinity display platform, making the original site of Jiangnan a cultural and artistic exposition holy land integrating contemporary shipbuilding and military industry, ships and the ocean, and even aerospace and navigation. Opening hours: Open all year round from 09:00 to 17:00. It is one of the industrial tourism attractions (the original site is Dock No. 2 of Jiangnan Shipyard). Service facilities Parking lot: [Dock parking lot] Reference price: Subject to on-site; Address: No. 98, Longhua East Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai; Number of parking spaces: Subject to on-site. Must-see tips [Visit instructions] 1. All people need to buy tickets to board the ship (same price for all ages). 2. When visiting, please maintain a respectful attitude and visit civilizedly, and take good care of exhibits, original objects, facilities and equipment and the public environment in the visiting area. [Dress code] 1. Visitors are requested to wear casual or sportswear and sports shoes when visiting. Do not wear high heels, slippers, crocs and other shoes to board the ship for a visit. 2. It is recommended to travel light and not bring shoulder bags or carry other items.
Please arrive at the bow of Yuanwang 1 at least 10 minutes before the start to complete ticket inspection and sign the Safety Commitment Form. Any delay due to personal reasons will be counted within the specified visiting time.
Visitors are not allowed to bring flammable and explosive items, controlled knives, tripods, selfie sticks, stabilizers, and similar objects on board.
Please keep your personal belongings with you and do not place them out of your sight to prevent loss. During the visit, follow the staff throughout the journey, walk on the inside, and do not walk backward. Pay attention to your steps when going up and down stairs, hold onto the railings with both hands. Running, playing, and fighting on the ship are prohibited.
Yuanwang 1 has many specialized facilities; touching and operating them without staff permission is not allowed.
Visitors must follow the staff’s management, are prohibited from climbing fences, and should not extend their limbs outside the ship’s body; avoid disturbing and affecting other visitors’ experience. In crowded conditions, to ensure the visiting effect and safety, please follow the staff’s guidance and commands.
Smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the ship; anyone causing a fire will bear legal responsibility.
Do not arbitrarily change the visiting route; any consequences resulting from changing the route are your own responsibility.
When taking photos, pay attention to high places, railings, doors, covers, stairs, etc., and be mindful of your own and others’ safety.
Without permission, it is not allowed to use aerial vehicles for photography and videography, nor is it allowed to use the exhibition hall space for any commercial shooting background.
Please maintain environmental hygiene and do not litter.
Due to numerous stairs and a high ship body, Yuanwang 1 is not suitable for the following people to visit: acrophobics; drunkards; individuals with specific diseases, such as high blood pressure, heart or cardiovascular diseases, back/spinal problems, joint diseases; pregnant women; children under 4 years old and individuals over 65 years old.
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The Yuanwang-1 measurement ship is the first-generation comprehensive space ocean-going measurement [...]
