A shipment of almost 5000 BYD and DENZA vehicles is on its way to Australia aboard one of the Chinese carmaker’s own cargo ships as the company moves to meet growing local demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

The vessel, named BYD Zhengzhou, departed Shanghai carrying 4810 vehicles bound for Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. It is expected to arrive in Melbourne on June 2 before continuing north along the east coast.

The shipment includes several of BYD’s most popular models in Australia, including the Sealion 7 electric SUV and Atto 2 compact SUV, which together account for more than 2000 vehicles onboard. The cargo also includes DENZA-branded vehicles such as the B5 off-roader and D9 people mover.

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The arrival marks the first Australian voyage for the BYD Zhengzhou, one of eight roll-on roll-off vehicle carriers owned and operated by BYD as part of the company’s global logistics network.

BYD says the shipment forms part of a broader plan to deliver 30,000 vehicles to Australian customers in coming months as demand for lower-running-cost vehicles continues to rise.

The company has experienced rapid growth in Australia over the past two years, expanding its line-up from the Atto 3 SUV to include a wider range of electric and plug-in hybrid models across multiple segments.

Growing competition from Chinese brands has also intensified pressure on established manufacturers in Australia, particularly in the EV and hybrid market where affordability remains a key factor for buyers.

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BYD Australia chief operating officer Stephen Collins said the use of company-owned shipping vessels allows the brand to respond more quickly to demand in overseas markets.

The voyage from Shanghai to Australia covers almost 9800 kilometres across the Pacific Ocean and is expected to take about two weeks.

BYD joins a growing number of Chinese manufacturers increasing direct shipping capacity as exports continue to expand globally. Australia has become one of BYD’s fastest-growing export markets outside China, with the company steadily increasing dealer numbers and vehicle availability nationwide.