A new cutting-edge multifunctional scientific research vessel was delivered on Thursday in Nansha district of Guangzhou, Guangdong province. It will play an important role in enhancing China's ocean exploration and scientific research capabilities.

The Tansuo 3, or Exploration 3, built by Guangzhou Shipyard International Co, has overcome the design difficulties of other full-sea operating vessels, said He Guangwei, deputy chief engineer of GSI and chief designer of the vessel.

"It can operate in polar areas, breaking 120-centimeter-thick ice covered with 20 centimeters of snow," He said. "During the trial voyage, we encountered waves exceeding 4 meters, but our ship was able to sail at full speed when its wave resistance was tested."