HTM’s new Ultra-Spec tanker “Hercules Angelica” to load FAME in Malaysia on maiden voyage

Hercules Tanker Management (HTM) on Tuesday (10 November) announced that Hercules Angelica has joined HTM’s Ultra-Spec Series of next-generation tankers and is commencing its maiden commercial voyage.

Delivered in China on 3 November, the company said Hercules Angelica marks another step forward in HTM’s fleet renewal programme, bringing further modern, efficient and future-ready tonnage into the fleet. 

“Like her sister vessels, she combines diesel-electric propulsion and advanced vessel technology with the flexibility to transport and supply both conventional and alternative marine fuels,” the company said in a social media post. 

Hercules Angelica is now proceeding to Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, where she is scheduled to load FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters) before heading west towards the UK/ARA region for discharge. Her first commercial employment puts the versatility of the Ultra-Spec platform into operation from the outset. 

Equipped with MarineLINE cargo tank coating, Hercules Angelica further strengthens a fleet designed to support a broad range of products and the evolving requirements of marine fuel supply chains. 

HTM’s Ultra-Spec Series continues to gather momentum as we progress our long-term fleet renewal strategy and build a more efficient, flexible and future-ready fleet.

HTM is the shipping venture launched by John A. Bassadone, founder and CEO of independent marine fuel supplier Peninsula.

Photo credit: Hercules Tanker Management
Published: 12 November, 2026