Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. has launched the world’s first 65,700 metric tons methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier.
According to the company, the vessel is designed to operate with a low environmental impact using methanol fuel and is scheduled for delivery in spring 2025. By using methanol as fuel, the vessel aims to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) by up to 80%, sulfur oxides (SOx) by up to 99% and carbon dioxide (CO2) by up to 10% compared with heavy oil. Furthermore, the use of green methanol makes carbon neutral and contributes to reducing environmental impact.
The vessel has a cargo hold capacity of 81,500 m3 and a deadweight of 65,700 mt. In terms of fuel efficiency, the TESS66 also offers high performance for the use of a fuel-efficient main engine and our unique AEROLINE technology for reducing wind resistance.
We were able to build and launch our 1st vessel of next generation, which we have been developing to achieve carbon neutrality in accordance with the ‘Technology Development Roadmap’ incorporated into our medium-term management policy.
…stated Date Masatoshi, Tsuneishi Factory Manager & Managing Executive Officer of Tsuneishi Shipbuilding.
