Ship order for Tier II bulkers signals industry turnaround says GTRC boss

摘要

Nassau-based shipowner Campbell Shipping has signed an order with Zhong Chuan Heavy Industry Shipbuilding of Zhoushan for two 32,000 dwt double-hull bulk carriers, with an option for two more. These ships, which will be classed by ABS, are of 183m length with a 28m beam, a scantling draught of 10.0m and a service speed of 14 knots. Their prime movers will be MAN B&W 6S46MC-C8 diesels, making them among the first vessels to order MAN's new Tier-ll compliant engines.