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NORDEN expands project cargo fleet with innovative and fuel-efficient vessels

NORDEN announces the addition of two new 17,500 dwt Multi-purpose (MPP) vessel leases with purchase options, expected to be delivered by the end of 2026. Furthermore, the Company has the option of declaring an additional two vessel leases with …

Jan 14, 2025 / Vessels

ForestWave takes over Symphony Shipping and its Ecobox MPP fleet

ForestWave has expanded its owned fleet with the acquisition of Symphony Shipping and its eight Ecobox vessels. The fleet has now grown to 24 units totalling 248,197 dwat, which includes three newbuildings scheduled for delivery in the coming two …

Feb 2, 2023 / Vessels

Holland Shipyards Group To Build Three New MPP Coasters

As partner of the Dutch-based Hudig & Veder Group, Hartel Shipping & Chartering, has awarded Holland Shipyards Group for the delivery of three newbuild MPP coasters of 3.800 DWT. The new vessels, designed by Conoship, measure 89,42 m by …

Dec 20, 2022 / Vessels

Swire Projects expands MPP fleet

This is in line with Swire Projects’ growth strategy and will take its total fleet offering to 15 vessels by year-endSwire Projects (the Projects business unit of Swire Shipping Pte. Ltd.) has entered into a long-term agreement with shipowner R. …

Jul 13, 2022 / Curious

Scotline orders hybrid battery-powered MPP

UK owner Scotline Marine Holdings Ltd has exercised the option for a fourth 4,800 dwt multipurpose vessel at Dutch shipyard Royal Bodewes Shipyard.The MPP will feature hybrid battery power that can be charged by shore power.The Bodewes Trader is to …

Oct 12, 2020 / Vessels

Wagenborg extends sailing area geared MPP fleet to West Africa

Royal Wagenborg has extended the sailing area of her geared MPP fleet to include West Africa. When looking at the current sailing area, this extension is a logical next step. Significant synergies can be seen between the fleet, existing key …

Jun 30, 2020 / Vessels