Tsuneishi’s Zhoushan unit delivers fourth methanol dual-fuel 5,900-TEU container ship

Tsuneishi Group (Zhoushan) Shipbuilding (TZS) on Tuesday (25 August) said it delivered its fourth methanol dual-fuel 5,900 TEU container ship.

The vessel is equipped with a dual-fuel propulsion system capable of operating on methanol as well as conventional fuel oil. 

The company said methanol is attracting growing attention as a next-generation marine fuel due to its potential to reduce CO₂ emissions and support the maritime industry’s transition towards decarbonisation.

“TZS has been actively advancing the construction of environmentally friendly vessels, and this latest delivery represents the company’s continued efforts to strengthen its capabilities in the field of alternative-fuelled shipbuilding,” the company said in a statement. 

Building on the successful delivery of its third methanol dual-fuel 5,900-TEU container ship, TZS said it is further enhancing its technical expertise and production experience in response to increasing demand for next-generation fuel vessels.

As international environmental regulations continue to tighten, demand for alternative-fuelled vessels is expected to expand further. 

“TZS will continue to develop and construct vessels that combine environmental performance, safety and operational reliability, contributing to the realisation of sustainable maritime transport,” the company added. 

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Published: 27 August, 2026