Furetank orders fifth dual-fuel tanker with options
The units of the Vinga class are considered to be particularly energy efficient (Source: Furetank)
Sweden’s Furetank Rederi AB has ordered another dual-fuel Vinga-class chemical tanker at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Yangzhou. The 17,999dwt vessel is Furetank’s fifth and number eleven in the Vinga-class series, all of which are commercially operated by the company. It is due for delivery in July 2024.
The ice-class tankers have a capacity of 20,306m3 in twelve epoxy-coated tanks and are designed to operate with maximum energy efficiency and minimum climate impact. The battery hybrid vessels run on LNG/LBG and incorporate a range of fuel-saving and emissions-reducing features.
The latest vessel will also have shore-suitable cargo pumps of 6.6 kV voltage ready for ports that can supply power, and a flexible cargo pump and line arrangement for safe and faster cargo operations.
Furetank CEO, Lars Höglund, commented: “We are very pleased to add the eleventh vessel to our climate-friendly Vinga series. Furetank’s ambition is to be the leading actor within the segment, offering our customers efficient and environmentally friendly transportation. With a large fleet, we can offer good service and, at the same time, optimise the trading pattern to increase utilisation of the vessels.”
The contract includes options for more vessels.
