LONDON-based Lomar Shipping has increased its fleet size further with an order for up to six new container ships with a capacity of 1,100 from Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) Ltd, which is listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange.
LONDON-based Lomar Shipping has increased its fleet size further with an order for up to six new container ships with a capacity of 1,100 from Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) Ltd, which is listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange.
Designed by Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute (SDARI), the ships have much improved fuel consumption and the ability to carry up to 220 reefer containers.
A report by the Shipping Tribune reported the vessels are scheduled for delivery from May 2014 onwards, and follow the company's orders earlier this year for up to 12 newbuilding bulk carriers and container ships from other prominent Chinese shipyards. This latest deal underlines Lomar's comprehensive fleet renewal strategy with the latest in quality, energy-saving and fuel-efficient designs. The order will take Lomar's fleet to over 50 vessels.
"There is a distinct lack of global newbuilding orders for these particular, improved CV1100 ships so they will meet real needs and be vital to the future of high-performance shipping around the world," said Achim Boehme, CEO of Lomar.
