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NewsRetrofit to X-DF dual-fuel propulsion for Moss-type LNG carriers
Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has announced that it plans to conduct a programme of main mover replacements for Moss-type LNG carriers within its fleet, substituting low pressure low speed dual-fuel engines for their current steam-turbines. The ship owner and operator is conducting a joint project with Namura Shipbuilding and Sasebo Heavy Industries.
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NewsNew Line In Loggers From Japan
Commissioned into the buoyant handysize bulker market, the 40,054dwt provides the first example of a new design series developed by Japan’s Hakodate Dock Co jointly with parent Namura Shipbuilding.
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NewsNEW DEVELOPMENT IN DUNKIRKMAX TYPE
Testament to the Japanese propensity for continuous improvement, a further iteration of the Dunkirkmax-type bulk carrier has made its trading debut in the Pacific.
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NewsRetractable sail for Capesize bulk carrier
Japan-based Namura Shipbuilding and operator NS United Kaiun Kaisha have teamed up on a joint research project aimed at developing a wind-powered system for a 183,000dwt Capesize bulk carrier.
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NewsOPTIMISED CRUDE CARRIERS FOR MALACCA TRANSITS
Cinderellas of world seaborne trade, VLCCs make a vital, sustained contribution to global economic activity and wellbeing, with new levels of transportation efficiency achieved by the latest tonnage, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsOrders for first LNG-fuelled coal carriers
The first LNG-fuelled large coal carriers are expected to enter service in Japan in 2023 after MOL and NYK take delivery of two 95,000dwt bulkers. The two vessels are to be built by Oshima Shipbuilding and Namura Shipbuilding, respectively.
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NewsDNV GL AiP for LNG-fuelled Wozmax design
Japan’s Namura Shipbuilding Co. Ltd and Kawasaki Kishen Kaisa (K-Line) have received an Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV GL for a 250,000 dwt VLOC design concept capable of using LNG as fuel.
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NewsSMART SHIP RANKING FOR LPG TANKER
Japanese shipbuilding’s sustained high profile in the LPG carrier category is exemplified by the production of a versatile, medium-sized vessel incorporating ‘smart ship’ technology, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsEfficiency focus at Posidonia 2012
Energy efficiency and new shipping strategies has been a major focus of the Posidonia 2012 international shipping exhibition taking place in Greece this week.
