我問ChatGPT:
Do you have the tonnage of Chinese navy commissioned in the last few years? My impression is that Chinese navy have not commissioned many ships in the last two years in terms of tonnage. Just don’t know if my impression is true
ChatGPT回答：
Your impression is largely accurate: the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has experienced a slowdown in commissioning large-tonnage warships over the past two years compared to its peak shipbuilding years.
Decline in Commissioned Tonnage
- 2022: The PLAN commissioned several major vessels, including:
- 1 Type 075 amphibious assault ship (~40,000 tons)
- 3 Type 055 destroyers (~12,000 tons each)
- 4 Type 052D destroyers (~7,000 tons each)
- 1 Type 054A frigate (~4,000 tons)
This amounted to an estimated total of approximately 120,000 tons for the year.
- 2023–2024: There was a noticeable reduction in the commissioning of large-tonnage warships. While exact figures are not publicly disclosed, available information suggests a focus on smaller vessels and support ships during this period.
- 2025: The PLAN commissioned two Type 054B frigates, each with an estimated displacement of 5,500–6,000 tons:
- Luohe (commissioned January 2025)
- Qinzhou (commissioned April 2025)
These additions reflect a continued, albeit more modest, expansion of the fleet.
? Factors Contributing to the Slowdown
Several factors may have contributed to this deceleration:
- Strategic Shift: A possible transition from rapid expansion to consolidation, focusing on integrating and optimizing existing assets.
- Resource Allocation: Reallocation of resources towards other military domains or economic sectors may have impacted naval shipbuilding.
- Industrial Capacity: Shipyard capacities might have been directed towards maintenance, upgrades, or commercial shipbuilding projects.
Conclusion
While the PLAN continues to grow and modernize, the pace of commissioning large-tonnage warships has slowed in the past two years compared to earlier periods. This trend suggests a strategic recalibration, focusing on enhancing existing capabilities and integrating new technologies rather than sheer numerical expansion.
