- A2B Vision is the first of two 650-TEU methanol-capable container newbuilds for A2B-online
- The vessel was launched at SEDEF Shipyard in Tuzla, Türkiye
- Delivery is scheduled for mid-2026, with a sister ship to follow
- The design targets up to 95% CO₂ emission reduction.According to a company statement as reported by PortNews, Dutch shortsea operator A2B-online has launched A2B Vision, the first of two newbuild 650-TEU container vessels designed to operate on both methanol and conventional marine fuels.
Vessel launch and delivery schedule
The launch ceremony took place at SEDEF Shipyard in Tuzla, Türkiye. A2B-online stated that A2B Vision is expected to enter commercial service in mid-2026. The second vessel in the series, A2B Progress, is scheduled to follow shortly thereafter.
Technical specifications and environmental features
A2B Vision is equipped with dual-fuel methanol engines and incorporates several energy-efficiency technologies, including gate rudders and a waste heat recovery system. The vessel has a nominal capacity of 650 TEU and can accommodate more than 20 container types, including 45ft, 30ft and tank containers.The vessel’s design includes multi-fuel methanol propulsion, shore power connectivity and battery capacity. These features are intended to enable emission-free operations during port stays and inland waterway transits. According to the company, the vessels are designed to reduce CO₂ emissions by up to 95%.
Owner and shipyard background
A2B-online is a Netherlands-registered logistics provider focused on shortsea container transport, offering integrated services between continental Europe and the UK. The company operates using owned vessels and container assets and provides door-to-door logistics solutions that combine maritime and inland transport.SEDEF Shipyard, located in Tuzla, Türkiye, operates as part of an industrial group engaged in heavy manufacturing. The shipyard constructs commercial vessels and offshore units for international clients and carries out vessel launches and outfitting at its Tuzla facilities.
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Source – Port News
