China's Type 076 amphibious assault ship, the Sichuan, successfully completes its maiden sea trial and returns to port on November 16, 2025. Photo: Screenshot from WeChat account of the PLA Navy

At around 5 pm on Sunday, Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy warship the Sichuan successfully returned to the shipyard pier after completing its three-day maiden navigation test mission, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

During the sea trial, a series of tests were conducted on the ship's power, electrical and other equipment, achieving the expected results. Subsequent test projects will be carried out in accordance with the overall equipment construction plan, according to Xinhua.

Global Times