Dutch short sea vessel operator Longship has ordered two 3,700 dwt general cargo vessels from the GS Projects in the Netherlands.
According to Intermodal Shipbrokers, the two new vessels are part of the Environmentally Friendly series and are scheduled for delivery in 2025. The price of the new vessels has not been disclosed.
This follows Longship’s announcement that it signed a contract with Waterhuizen Shipyard in early September 2024 for the construction of 4+4 6,000 dwt general cargo vessels.The new vessels in the Pmax Eco Trader series will be built by a partnership between GS Projects, Ship and Steelbuilding (SaS) and Groot Ship Design and deliveries are expected to begin in early 2026. Designed for “efficient fuel consumption and advanced environmental technology”, the general cargo vessels are designed to meet Longship’s needs for customized shipping solutions.
In addition, Longship entered a newbuilding program for two general cargo vessels in early 2024 in conjunction with Norwegian shipbroker Wagle Chartering. The first general cargo vessel, Longsun, was launched on April 19th and the second, Longsky, was launched on July 25th.
In October, the company welcomed the second of four ultra-low emission diesel-electric general cargo vessels being built at Turkish Atlas Shipyard. The 8,600 dwt general cargo vessel, named Longeon, is part of Longship’s January 2023 order. The third vessel in the series, the Longearth, is scheduled for delivery in early 2025.
Founded in 2009, Longship has a presence in Europe’s short-sea trades. The company operates about 20 ships ranging from 3,700 dwt to 10,000 dwt, including four “ultra-low” emission 8,600 dwt general cargo ships ordered at Turkey’s Atlas shipyard last year, and two 3,700 dwt general cargo ships booked at Waterhuizen’s shipyard earlier this year.