As Asia's premier cruise hub, Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Home Port (opened 2019) integrates transportation, tourism, and commerce. It is China's first cruise terminal seamlessly connected to Metro Line 4 via a 500m underground passage and features cutting-edge eco-technologies like the nation's highest-capacity shore power system. The total integrated complex spans 760,000 m², incorporating themed hotels and cultural facilities. Two deep-water berths for 100,000 GT and 225,000 GT mega-ships, capable of docking the world's largest cruises. Annual throughput 750,000 passengers, expandable to 1.5 million after Phase II completion. Positioned at the geometric center of the Greater Bay Area, Nansha Cruise Home Port redefines maritime travel with its triple strengths while sailing to Japan's Okinawa (visa-free), Vietnam, and Hong Kong .
Fire-rated doors in Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Port
LHSH has supplied fire-rated door systems to this exact environment. Our fire doors were specified and installed at the Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Home Port, one of China's largest and most strategically significant cruise gateway facilities, serving international cruise lines and millions of passengers annually. This project required compliance with China's national fire protection standards and the rigorous quality expectations of a landmark public infrastructure project approved by multiple government authorities.
Fire doors for cruise terminal
● Class A Fire Doors — Fire Resistance ≥ 1.5 hours
Required at boundaries between high-risk service zones and passenger-accessible areas.
In a cruise terminal context, this means: doors separating back-of-house generator rooms or transformer vaults from public corridors; doors at stairwells adjacent to fuel handling zones; and fire compartment boundaries in underground parking structures attached to the terminal. Class A doors provide the highest level of thermal insulation and smoke integrity, and are mandatory where the adjacent space presents a significant ignition or escalation risk. LHSH Class A steel fire doors use a full-perimeter intumescent seal, mineral wool core filling, and reinforced cold-rolled steel construction to meet and exceed the GB 12955 standard requirements.
● Class B Fire Doors — Fire Resistance ≥ 1.0 hour
The most commonly specified grade in passenger-facing areas of a terminal building.
Class B fire doors are required on stairwell enclosure access points, evacuation corridor boundaries, and corridors connecting different fire compartments in check-in halls and departure lounges. Their one-hour fire resistance rating provides the critical window required for full evacuation of a high-density passenger zone. LHSH Class B doors are available in steel, steel-wood composite, and glass-vision configurations to meet both safety specifications and the architectural finish requirements of premium terminal interiors.
● Class C Fire Doors — Fire Resistance ≥ 0.5 hours
Used in lower-risk adjacencies such as equipment rooms within the terminal's administrative zones, storage rooms, and certain service access points.
While the fire resistance period is shorter, Class C doors must still meet full certification requirements under GB standards and are not interchangeable with non-rated commercial doors.
① Application Areas & Positioning
Fire-rated doors are strategically deployed in critical zones of the Nansha Cruise Terminal (CICO Blue Bay) to compartmentalize fire hazards and ensure safe evacuation:
Terminal Core Zones:
● Check-in Halls & Boarding Gates: High-traffic areas where fire doors separate passenger flows from mechanical/electrical rooms.
● Corridor Links: Between retail spaces (e.g., duty-free shops), dining areas, and emergency exits.
Vertical Evacuation Paths:
● Stairwells and pressurized escape routes connecting to refuge floors.
② Technical Compartments
HVAC rooms, electrical vaults, and baggage handling zones, secured with Class-A fire-rated doors (60–120 min integrity).
③ Core Functions
● Fire/Smoke Compartmentalization: Confine flames and toxic gases within the origin zone (60–120 min rating per GB 50016-2014).
● Structural Integrity Assurance: Maintain load-bearing capacity of escape routes during fire events.
● Egress Protection: Provide smoke-free pathways to lifeboats and assembly stations.
● Corrosion Resistance: Withstand saline coastal environments (Nansha's high-humidity climate).
● System Integration: Interface with central BMS for automated lockdown upon fire detection.
④ Product Specifications & Features
Material & Structural Design：
● Galvanized steel frames (1.2–1.5mm thickness) with rock wool/mineral wool insulation.
● Glazed variants: Ceramic-fired fire-resistant glass (e.g., 6mm fire glass + 12A air gap + 6mm tempered glass) with aluminum decorative strips.
⑤ Intelligent Components
● Auto-Closing Mechanisms: Electromagnetic hold-open devices linked to fire alarms; close within ≤30 sec post-alert.
● Sealing Systems: Triple-lip intumescent gaskets (expand at 200°C+) and smoke seals (gap tolerance ≤3mm).
● Coastal Durability: Powder-coated or stainless-steel finishes (single-side for kitchens, double-side for high-moisture zones).
⑥ Marine-Grade Integration
● Waterproofing Measures: Silicone-jointed thresholds and drainage channels to prevent seawater ingress.
● Multi-Wall Mounting: Single-Layer Walls: Self-tapping screws into steel tracks. Composite Walls (e.g., steel + rock wool): Through-bolted with corrosion-resistant fasteners.
⑦ Certifications & Performance
● Compliant with GB 12955-2008 (Class A ≥60 min) and ISO 17941:2015 (marine hydraulic hinges).
● Tested for wind resistance (Grade 9), air-tightness (Grade 8), water-tightness (Grade 3), and thermal insulation (Grade 4).
Why Procurement Teams at Major Port Projects Specify LHSH？
As a professional fire rated door manufacturer, LHSH is selected for major port and cruise terminal projects not simply based on price, but on its comprehensive capabilities. For complex developments like cruise terminals, procurement teams evaluate suppliers based on technical expertise, delivery reliability, certification compliance, and proven experience in managing the stringent approval processes required for large public buildings.
Frequently Asked Questions — Fire Doors for Cruise Terminals
Q: What fire door class is required for cruise terminal check-in halls and departure lounges?
A: Departure lounges and check-in halls typically require Class B (≥60 min) fire doors at compartment boundaries and stairwell access points. The exact specification depends on the fire compartmentation plan developed by the project's fire protection design engineer and approved by the local fire bureau. Where the check-in hall is adjacent to a high-risk zone (such as a baggage belt mechanical room or a port utility service corridor), the boundary may be upgraded to Class A. LHSH can provide technical consultation during the specification development stage.
Q: Can LHSH doors be used in areas exposed to sea air or coastal humidity?
A: Yes. Our standard finish specification for coastal and port projects includes a phosphate pre-treatment layer and a heavy-duty powder coat system selected for enhanced corrosion resistance. For projects in tropical or high-humidity port environments (Southeast Asia, Middle East, subtropical China coast), we specify enhanced coating systems as a default. Intumescent seals are also specified for compatibility with high-humidity conditions.
Q: How long does it take from order placement to delivery for a large terminal project?
A: Production lead time for standard specification fire doors is typically 4–6 weeks from confirmed order and approved drawings. For large-volume projects (500+ door units), a phased delivery schedule is coordinated at the time of order. We recommend engaging LHSH at the procurement stage with a project-specific delivery matrix to ensure no critical path conflicts.
Q: Can LHSH match the fire door specification to the terminal's architectural interior design?
A: Yes. LHSH offers fire doors in steel (standard industrial finish), steel-wood composite (wood grain foil or veneer over steel structure), and glass-panel configurations. For passenger-facing zones in premium terminal buildings, our steel-wood composite fire doors provide the architectural warmth and visual quality of a wood door interior while meeting full Class A or Class B fire resistance requirements. Custom RAL colors, hardware finishes, and door leaf proportions are available.
Q: Does LHSH supply fire rolling shutters for large terminal openings?
A: Yes. Many cruise terminals require fire-rated rolling shutters for wide cargo and vehicle access openings, retail concourse boundaries, and large-span interior compartmentation where conventional swinging door sets are impractical. LHSH manufactures fire rolling shutters to GB/T 14102 standard in widths up to 10 meters and beyond for custom project requirements.
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