The first in a new series of twelve new green methanol-powered container ships ordered by Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller Maersk has been launched at South Korea’s shipyard Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), reports offshore energy.
Features of vessel
As informed, the newbuild was launched and undocked this weekend. The vessel measures 350 metres in length and 53.5 metres in beam width, with a capacity to carry 16,200 TEUs.
Delivery
The steel for Maersk’s first 16,200 TEU methanol-fueled newbuild was cut in December last year. HHI hosted the steel-cutting ceremony, which was attended by representatives from the South Korean shipyard, Maersk and ABS, which will be in charge of classing the vessel. The containership is scheduled for delivery in early 2024, according to the Danish shipowner.
The dual-fuel vessels will be capable of burning methanol as well as conventional low sulphur fuel. German engine manufacturer MAN ES will provide its dual-fuel engines.
The expansion of the fleet is a part of Maersk’s ongoing efforts to reach net-zero goals. The company revealed that a full fleet of green methanol-powered vessels is expected to be delivered and operational by 2027.
Laura maersk
Recently, Maersk welcomed and christened the first 2,100 TEU container ship which is able to run on green methanol, Laura Maersk. The ship recently visited the Port of London as part of its maiden voyage.
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Source-offshore-energy
