COSCO Dalian: Steel-cutting for its first 21,000-dwt module carrier

19 June 2014

On June 9, the steel-cutting for a 21,000-dwt MC Class module carrier, being built for the Dutch buyer, BigRoll Shipping, was held in COSCO (Dalian) Shipyard. The project further expands the scope of COSCO Dalian¡¯s shipbuilding products and enhances its share in the domestic high-end and specialist shipbuilding market.

The vessel will measure 173 metres in length, 40 metres in breadth, 12 metres in depth and have a deadweight of 21,000 tonnes. It is designed for the transportation of ultra large and heavy modular cargos and appears to be highly competitive in the specialist ship sector.

The vessel incorporates highly advanced technologies. It will be equipped with a dual engine/prop electric propulsion system and a highly automated integrated control system. With an Ice Class 1AS notation, it will be able to sail in the Arctic and other icy areas.

The vessel is scheduled for delivery in the second hard of 2015.

COSCO Shipyard Group Co. Ltd. press release