2025-02-19 09:03By： xinde marine news Chen Yang

On February 18, 2025, the first 16,136 TEU methanol dual-fuel container vessel (N1071) built by COSCO SHIPPING Heavy Industry (Yangzhou) was successfully named. This milestone project marks a significant advancement for COSCO SHIPPING in the development of green and low-carbon strategies, as well as the construction of a fleet powered by new energy fuels.

The vessel, named COSCO SHIPPING YANGPU, is the first of its kind to be built by COSCO SHIPPING Heavy industry（ Yangzhou）. With a total length of 366 meters and a width of 51 meters, it can carry up to 16,136 TEUs. The vessel is designed with cutting-edge technology and sustainability in mind, featuring a large methanol storage tank that allows it to complete a one-way trip from the Far East to the West Coast of the U.S. in methanol mode. This innovative design not only improves operational efficiency but also offers a new solution for optimizing global shipping routes.

Furthermore, the ship is equipped with advanced digital intelligence systems, significantly improving its energy consumption and carbon reduction performance, setting a new benchmark for energy efficiency in the maritime industry.

This launch is a testament to COSCO SHIPPING's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing sustainable shipping solutions globally. As we move toward a greener future, COSCO SHIPPING YANGPU leads the way in shaping a more sustainable maritime industry.

According to Clarksons Research，COSCO SHIPPING booked 28 menthanol container ships in China：

——12* 24,000TEU in Nantong COSCO KHI（7 for OOCL,and 5 for COSCO SHIPPING LINES),
——16 in COSCO HI (Yangzhou)，4*14000TEU and 12*14000TEU，all for COSCO SHIPPING LINES.