These vessels have
increased overall performance, better energy efficiency design indices, and are
built to meet future fuel requirements, according to COSCO, as they are both
LNG-ready and methanol-ready. The design
of these vessels has also been optimised across various hull profiles, ensuring
an optimal match between the power output and speed of the main engines. This
optimisation tries to maximise energy savings while retaining high economic
efficiency.
They are reportedly
the world’s largest professional pulp transport vessels, with an overall length
of 225.0 metres, a width of 32.26 metres, and a moulded depth of 21.0 They are intended for a cruising speed of 15
knots and an endurance of 25,000 nautical miles, encapsulating the spirit of
energy-efficient green shipping.
The ships’ cargo holds have a container-type
construction and are fitted with rotary dehumidifiers to ensure ideal
conditions for pulp cargo, assuring both quality and safety throughout transit.
COSCO reported that
the ships’ versatility extends even further, making it ideal for transporting
high-speed rail trains, wind turbine equipment, new energy vehicles, huge
machinery, and ultra-long and heavy steel pipe pile constructions. To meet the special needs of carrying new
energy vehicles, this series has a one-to-one temperature monitoring and early
warning system.