- Wuhu Shipyard has begun construction on the first of six 38,000 dwt stainless steel tankers for Stolt Tankers.
- The vessels, designed for fuel efficiency and future conversion to battery or methanol propulsion, are scheduled for delivery between 2026 and 2028.
- Each tanker will include 30 duplex stainless steel cargo tanks and be equipped with shore power capabilities.
- Sisterships are also being built at Nantong Xiangyu Shipyard under a separate order by NYK Stolt Tankers.
Construction is underway at Wuhu Shipyard on the first of six stainless steel chemical tankers for Stolt Tankers, marked by a steel-cutting ceremony held on June 30. The 38,000 dwt vessels, designed by Sweden-based FKAB, will be classed by Lloyd’s Register and registered under the Liberian flag. Each tanker will measure 184.9 meters in length and include 30 duplex stainless steel cargo tanks. Stolt Tankers initially placed the order in 2023, highlighting favorable market conditions for newbuild investments, with an option to expand the series to twelve vessels, as reported by Offshore Energy.
Fuel Efficiency and Future-Ready Design
The new stainless steel tankers under construction at Wuhu Shipyard are scheduled for delivery between 2026 and 2028. These vessels are being built with a strong emphasis on fuel efficiency, incorporating modern engine technology, optimized hull forms, and multiple energy-saving systems. Each ship will also be equipped with shore power connection capabilities to reduce emissions while docked.
To support long-term sustainability goals, the tankers are being designed with the potential for future conversion to battery or methanol propulsion. This aligns with industry trends toward greener shipping alternatives.
Separately, NYK Stolt Tankers (NST)—a joint venture between NYK Line and Stolt Tankers—placed an order last year for six similar 38,000 dwt stainless steel chemical tankers at Nantong Xiangyu Shipyard in China. These vessels are considered sisterships to those currently being built at Wuhu Shipyard.
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Source: Offshore Energy
