D’Amico International Shipping S.A. has launched two new eco-ships at the Hyundai Vinashin Shipyard Co. Ltd – Vietnam in the presence of the Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City, Carlotta Colli.
The ceremony ,held on 16 May, was attended by the President and CEO of the Hyundai Mipo Dockyard, Hwan-Goo Kang, and by representatives of the financial institutions that supported d’Amico International Shipping in the construction of the eco-ships.
“For our company, Vietnam is a strategic partner that confirms our fifteen-year presence in Southeast Asia.In this context, Hyundai Vinashin shipyard represents a fixed point of reference, synonymous of high quality, environmental awareness and energy savings. The proximity and participation of Italian institutions and the presence of leading representatives from Asian businesses at this event makes us proud to fly the Italian flag around the world.”stated Paolo d’Amico, President of d’Amico International Shipping.
Cielo di Capri and Cielo di Hanoi are both 39,000 dwt Handysize Product Tankers, 184 metres long and 27.4 metres wide, with the only difference being that the first is an Ice Class. These two eco-ships are a part of the significant 755 million dollars investment plan that DIS launched in 2012.
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