•ONE Innovation, a ground-breaking 24,000 TEU container ship, arrives at the Port of Hamburg in a historic first.
•The ship is notable for its 400-meter length, 61.40-meter beam, and 24,136 TEU capacity, which exceeds industry requirements.
•ONE’s Green Vision aims to reach a net-zero balance by 2050, supporting ports like Hamburg in their sustainability initiatives.
Breaking Capacity Records
With the arrival of ONE Innovation, the first 24,000 TEU container ship managed by ONE, the Port of Hamburg is about to make history. This Megamax vessel surpasses the industry’s “magic limit” for container capacity with its amazing dimensions of 400 meters in length and 61.40 meters in beam, or 24,136 TEU.
Hamburg’s Port’s Commitment
“The shipping company’s choice to dock with its newest ship in the Port of Hamburg demonstrates our commitment to offering first-rate services.” Axel Mattern, Executive Director of Marketing at the Port of Hamburg, noted that “we have made significant advancements, including state-of-the-art container gantry cranes for efficient loading and unloading, as well as the installation of shore power systems to minimize environmental impact.”
The ONE Innovation is outfitted with a bow windshield, an energy-saving device, and an exhaust gas cleaning system to meet IMO pollution rules. This dedication to lowering emissions is consistent with the Port of Hamburg’s initiatives to develop a more ecologically responsible and sustainable shipping sector.
ONE’s Green Vision
The arrival of ONE Innovation in Hamburg was greeted with excitement by Jan Holst, Managing Director of ONE in Germany, who said, “With ONE Innovation, our most sophisticated container ship comes to Hamburg. We want to open the door for sustainable growth in international logistics with the help of this new series of ships. The ambitious target of attaining a net-zero balance by 2050, which would help ports like Hamburg, is laid forth in Our Green Vision.”
Pivotal point in the industry
The FE3 liner service between Asia and Europe will use ONE Innovation, which is a member of THE Alliance (THEA). The alliance’s fleet now includes this state-of-the-art Megamax ship, underscoring the industry’s ongoing quest for excellence and efficiency.
In conclusion, the Port of Hamburg’s acceptance of ONE Innovation marks a pivotal point in the history of the marine industry. The vessel’s remarkable capacity heralds a new age for international logistics, as does the port’s dedication to efficiency and sustainability. The industry anticipates a time when technical developments and environmental responsibility go hand in hand as ONE continues to lead the way in sustainable practices.
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Source: Euro
