On July 23, the Hailanxin service team successfully completed the renovation and installation of X-band and S-band radars on the vessel PACIFIC QINGDAO at Qingdao Port, accomplishing this challenging mission within an extreme 8-hour window and setting a new industry record once again. With their hardcore capabilities and experience accumulated through countless field operations, the team achieved yet another “impossible” breakthrough, reflecting Hailanxin’s meticulous control over every detail and their “customer-first” sense of responsibility.
This renovation faced strict time constraints. Due to tight shipping schedules, the shipowner provided only an 8-hour operational window, as every minute of delay would result in significant economic losses. “Under normal procedures, installing a single radar takes at least 10 hours, and operating two in parallel carries extremely high risks. Any interface error could lead to complete failure,” said the project service lead.
To race against time, the team arrived at the site 2 hours before the vessel docked, initiating precise planning and coordinated operations. First, they dismantled all the old radar equipment on the ship, used shore cranes to remove the S-band antenna, and then modified the original antenna mounting base. After the modifications, Hailanxin’s S-band radar antenna was hoisted into place with pinpoint accuracy. The sound of screwdrivers turning and instructions over walkie-talkies intertwined into a unique rhythm. Engineers shuttled tirelessly between equipment cabins, racing against the clock.
Through the relentless efforts of the engineers and maritime personnel, Hailanxin’s X-band and S-band radars were installed within the stipulated time. During the debugging phase, all eyes were fixed on the engineers’ hands and the signal feedback on the screens. Parameter calibration, beam scanning, and target acquisition—every command input was nerve-wracking.
“X-band and S-band radars have been fully debugged!” When this message appeared in the group chat, the tension among on-site and off-site personnel eased. All radar parameters met the standards, and signals were output stably.
This 8-hour battle was not only a test of technical proficiency but also an extreme trial of teamwork and emergency response capabilities. As the PACIFIC QINGDAO slowly departed from the dock, the precise route scanned by the new radar seemed to write on the sea: In Hailanxin’s dictionary, there is no “impossible,” only “giving it all.” This was not just a miracle of rapid installation but also a vivid testament to Hailanxin’s professional strength.
