World’s First Ammonia-Fuel Dual-Fuel Bulk Carrier Begins Construction!

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Exciting developments in green shipping! On October 25, the world’s first 210,000-ton ammonia-fuel dual-fuel bulk carrier, designed by China State Shipbuilding Corporation’s Marine Design and Research Institute (CSSC MARIC) for Belgium’s CMB.TECH, officially began construction at QingDao Beihai Shipyard. This historic moment represents a major leap forward for CSSC in sustainable vessel design, contributing significantly to the global movement toward low-carbon and eco-friendly shipping solutions, reports xindemarinenews.

Ground breaking project 

Two ships were launched in this groundbreaking project, with the 18th vessel completing CMB’s ammonia-ready series and showcasing the skill and dedication of CSSC’s design team.

From concept to construction, this vessel design has seen numerous optimizations. CSSC’s dedication to environmental responsibility and rigorous safety standards has led to this pioneering dual-fuel ship, positioning CSSC as a leader in ammonia-powered maritime solutions.

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Source: Xindemarine