Recently, CSSC Beihai Shipbuilding and U-Ming Marine Transport (U-Ming) successfully signed a shipbuilding contract for two 180,000 DWT bulk carriers. This milestone cooperation not only marks the further deepening of the cooperation between the two parties, but also demonstrates the outstanding strength and leading position of China Ship Design & Research Center Co., Ltd (hereinafter referred to as “CSDC”) in the field of ship design.
The 180,000 DWT bulk carrier contracted this time is the fourth generation product designed by CSDC independently, and is another cooperation between the two sides following the 325,000 DWT ore carrier and 210,000 DWT bulk carrier. The vessel has an overall length of 292.00 meters, a beam of 45.00 meters, a depth of 24.70 meters and a structural draft of 18.20 meters.
It is reported that the new ship type has been comprehensively optimized in terms of line shape, comprehensively considering the operational characteristics of full load and ballast navigation, and focusing on the optimization of wave resistance under heavy sea conditions. The overall propulsion efficiency is improved by more than 2% compared with the previous generation of vessels. The environmental protection design meets the EEDI3 and NOx Tier Ⅲ standards, and is equipped with an EGCS system to achieve sulfur oxide emission reduction, achieving a double breakthrough in efficiency and environmental protection.
As the largest listed bulk shipping company in Taiwan by market value, U-Ming has a strong market influence and rich shipping experience. Beihai Shipbuilding has won wide acclaim from global customers with its profound background and outstanding performance in the field of dry bulk carrier construction. The renewed cooperation between the two parties will undoubtedly continue to write a glorious chapter in the shipping industry.
It is worth mentioning that with the signing of the construction contract for two 180,000 DWT bulk carriers, the total number of 180,000 DWT bulk carriers designed by CSDC has reached 100. Prior to this, CSDC has successfully delivered 98 vessels of the same type, winning wide recognition from the market and trust from customers. This achievement is inseparable from CSDC’s continuous innovation and pursuit of excellence in the field of ship design.