China is reportedly developing a new ship-based nuclear power station, which is expected to be completed by 2018 and operational by 2018 and could provide electricity to remote sea locations, including the disputed the South China Sea . Nuclear-powered ships can travel further and more cost-effectively that conventionally-fuelled ships. " This could enable Beijing to accelerate commercial development in South China Sea , providing a new source of power for infrastructure. Despite the recent tribunal ruling against China , this new capability will concern neighbouring countries who share territorial claims in the region.
China is reportedly developing a new ship-based nuclear power station, which is expected to be completed by 2018 and operational by 2018 and could provide electricity to remote sea locations, including the disputed the South China Sea . Nuclear-powered ships can travel further and more cost-effectively that conventionally-fuelled ships. This could enable Beijing to accelerate commercial development in South China Sea , providing a new source of power for infrastructure. Despite the recent tribunal ruling against China , this new capability will concern neighbouring countries who share territorial claims in the region.