Singapore: ONE orders 12 methanol dual-fuel container ships from China-based shipbuilders
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Singapore-headquartered container shipping firm Ocean Network Express (ONE) on Wednesday (17 January) said it has signed ship building contracts with China-based shipbuilders Jiangnan Shipyard and Yangzijiang Shipbuilding for a total construction of twelve 13,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container ships.
Each shipyard will build six vessels and are all scheduled to be delivered from 2027. The firm said the milestone represented ONE’s inaugural fleet of methanol-dual fuel vessels and plays a key role in reaching ONE’s sustainable goals as part of the Green Strategy.
ONE added that these vessels are designed with capabilities to be flexible and agile which will integrate into ONE’s evolving and dynamic global network.
“This investment and purchase are aligned with ONE’s stringent procurement policy aimed at meeting customer demand and being adaptable for any future change in global sustainable supply chains,” it said in a statement.
The vessels will include technologies such as optimised hull form, waste heat recovery systems and bow windshield. Selected vessels will also be equipped with an air lubrication system and shaft generator to help with exploring potential enhancements in fuel efficiency and the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. These innovations can help accelerate ONE’s decarbonisation efforts and ensure compliance are in line with regulations in the shipping industry.
ONE CEO Jeremy Nixon, said: “Our decision to invest in methanol-dual fuel vessels aligns with ONE’s Green Strategy as part of our key initiatives. Upcoming new fleet is pivotal in achieving our goal of deploying the first alternative fuel ships by 2030 and marks a significant milestone in our journey towards a greener and more sustainable maritime industry.”
Photo credit: Ocean Network Express
Published: 18 January, 2024
