BYD's dedicated RoRo completes maiden voyage, delivers 1,500+ NEVs to PH

BYD’s dedicated roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessel completed its maiden voyage with its first international port call in the Philippines. It delivered over 1,500 brand-new New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) to the country as the first shipment was received by BYD Cars Philippines distributor ACMobility.

This marks a strategic milestone in the company’s push for vertically integrated, sustainable logistics while supporting the country’s transition to electric mobility. Notably, half of the vessel’s crew are Filipino seafarers, reflecting BYD’s commitment to inclusive innovation and the integration of local talent into its global operations.

The arrival signals BYD’s accelerating global push toward clean mobility, with the Philippines serving as a strategic gateway in the brand’s expanding international logistics network. As the first port of call for the brand’s specialized NEV carrier, the country plays a key role in supporting efficient, low-emission transport across the region.

“This milestone is a testament to the Philippines’ readiness for large-scale EV adoption. Being the first stop on this vessel’s global journey highlights our country’s role in BYD’s sustainable growth and our shared vision of clean, future-ready mobility,” said Bob Palanca, Managing Director of BYD Cars Philippines.

The vessel’s deployment will enable more frequent deliveries and improved availability of BYD vehicles and spare parts, bringing sustainable, transformative mobility closer to even more Filipino families. It also reflects a coordinated effort to align clean energy manufacturing with sustainable distribution on a global scale.

Moreover, this further positions the Philippines at the forefront of BYD’s green logistics strategy and highlights its expanding role in the brand’s international operations. The arrival marks the beginning of BYD’s global rollout of vertically integrated low-emission logistics, anchored by state-of-the-art vessels designed for large-scale NEV transport.

BYD's dedicated RoRo measures 199.9 meters long and 38 meters wide, and can carry up to 7,000 NEVs at one time. It is equipped with 16 adjustable hydraulic decks, intelligent loading systems, and multiple temperature sensors to ensure optimal climate control for EVs, hybrids, and electric buses.

Supporting these innovations is a dual-fuel propulsion system that runs on liquefied natural gas (LNG), a cleaner-burning alternative to traditional marine fuel, which reduces emissions by over 30% compared to conventional vessels. This aligns with BYD’s long-term mission to “Cool the Earth by 1°C.”

Named after BYD’s manufacturing hub in Zhengzhou, the ship is part of a planned eight-vessel fleet set to be deployed. These specialized carriers support BYD’s rapidly expanding global supply chain, which saw overseas exports rise by 159.5% year-over-year.