Second suspected Chinese drone mothership spotted in Guangzhou, signaling fleet development

A second vessel suspected of being designed to launch and recover large underwater drones has been spotted in Guangzhou, following a similar 200-meter ship seen at a Shanghai shipyard last month. The appearance of two such vessels suggests China may be developing a fleet of specialized motherships to extend undersea operations beyond coastal waters. The purpose and capabilities of these vessels remain unconfirmed, but the pattern indicates a potential shift in naval force structure.