China's first freight ship, Tyanchzhou 1, with Chanchzhen 7 rocket carrier will be sent into space in the first half of 2017, reports Xinhua, referring to the head of the program. Tyanchzhou 1 is designed for providing space stations with supplies, including fuel, research equipment, spare parts, as well as for disposal of waste. Currently Tyanchzhou 1 gathering and testing are underway.