No. 376 Apr.- May. 2016

MHISB completes 83,000m3 type LPG carrier, ASTOMOS VENUS

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
(MHISB) completed construction of the ASTOMOS VENUS (HN: 2315), an LPG carrier with a tank capacity of83,309m3, and delivered the vessel to Astomos Energy
Corporation at Nagasaki on March 31, 2016. The
ASTOMOS VENUS is the fifth vessel of the third generation LPGC series, developed based on the first and second
generation LPGC series that have delivery records of 49vessels so far in all. Main features of the new LPGC havebeen designed with the concept of environmentallyfriendly, easy and flexible operation and maintenance,and high reliability.
Higher propulsive performance with less vibration compared with the conventional LPGC was achieved by theadvanced hull form, optimum design of the propeller andthe Mitsubishi Reaction Fin. Furthermore, the main engine complies with the NOx limitation Tier II and low sulfur fuel can be used to comply with the SOx limitation ofSECA (SOx Emission Control Area). A Ballast Water Treatment System is installed onboard.
Various improvements are incorporated for efficient andflexible cargo operation such as higher unloading rate byauxiliary cargo pumps, elimination of loading restriction,
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cargo manifold arrangement allowing to adaptation tovarious terminals, etc. In addition, unbalanced cargo capacity is allocated to each cargo tank to achieve flexible
cargo transportation, and necessary fittings are arranged
to pass through the Panama Canal New Locks.
Higher reliability was achieved by the IMO IGC-code
type B independent tank newly developed based on feedback from long experience, design expertise accumulated
through the construction of MOSS type LNG carriers andthe state-of-the-art structural analysis system MHIDILAM (Direct Loading Analysis Method).
Principal particulars
Length (o.a.):230.0 mLength (b.p.):219.0 mBreadth:36.6 mDepth:
21.65 mSummer draft:
11.575 m
Gross tonnage:
47,963
Cargo tank capacity:
83,309m3
Main engine: Mitsubishi UE-7UEC60LSII diesel x 1 unit
Output:13,000kW x 100min-1
Service speed:
17.0 kt
Classification:NK
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JMU completes Dunkirkmax bulk carrier of G-Series, CHEVRIER

Japan Marine United Corporation(JMU) delivered the CHEVRIER, a
182,000DWT bulk carrier, at its Tsu
Shipyard on January 13, 2016. Thisis the 12th vessel of the “G-Series” ofDunkirkmax bulk carriers, called
G182BC. JMU previously built the GSeries Newcastlemax and Panamax
bulk carriers, and this G182BC is thethird ship type of the G-Series.
The G182BC type has succeeded in
drastically decreasing fuel oil consumption with various and comprehensive measures for energy-saving,
and the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) is much improved. The
G182BC type was developed with theexpertise and vast experience of JMU.
The SSD (Super Stream Duct) andSurf-Bulb (Rudder Fin with Bulb) are
equipped fore and aft of the propeller,
respectively, to much improve the pro-pulsion performance. Furthermore, the unique
bow shape of theLEADGE Bow
can decrease additional resistance in waves,and the well-refined shape ofthe superstructure has lowwind resistance.
The features of
low level EEDI,
application of the ballast water treatment system and compliance with theMARPOL NOx Tier-II make the vessel environmentally friendly.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 292.00m x 45.00m
x 24.55m x 18.18m

DWT/GT:
182,625t/93,297
Main engine: MAN B&W 7S65MEC8.2 diesel x 1 unit
Speed:
15.05kt
Complement:
27
Classification:NK

Sanoyas completes 4,300,000cft woodchip carrier, C.S. BRIGHT
Sanoyas Shipbuilding Corporationdelivered the woodchip carrier C. S.
BRIGHT (HN: 1318) at the SanoyasMizushima Shipyard on January 21,2016.
This vessel is a 4.30 million cubicfeet (approximately 121,000m3) type
woodchip carrier with wide beam andshallow draft developed by Sanoyas,with one of the largest cargo hold capacities in the world. This vessel is thefifth to apply the fuel oil tank protection regulation and PerformanceStandard for Protective Coatings(PSPC) of the International Maritime

Organization.
The vessel is the flush deck type withaft engine room and accommodation
house. Cargo space is divided into sixholds, each structure designed andarranged for efficient loading and unloading of woodchip. This type of vessel has greater depth than the conventional bulk carrier of the samedeadweight class due to its design tocarry low-density cargo like woodchip.
For improvement of propulsion efficiency, the vessel is equipped with alow-speed and long-stroke main engine combined with a high efficiency
propeller and theSanoyas energy
sav ing dev ice
STF (SanoyasTa ndem-Fin(patent); max.
6% energy saving) on the sternshell, which also
contributes tothe reduction ofCO2 emissions.
One 975t/ hchip unloader,

three deck cranes and four hoppers
are installed between the cargo
hatches. The main belt conveyor is positioned fore-and-aft over the maindeck, and a shuttle conveyor isequipped on the bow to unload woodchip from the ship to a shore facility.
Cargo handling equipment is designed for quick and safe unloading
operations. Cargo hatch covers are thefolding type driven by the electrohydraulic system.
Principal particulars
Owner: CARIBSTAR SHIPPING
S.A.
L (o.a.) x B (mld.) x D (mld.):209.99m x 37.00m x 22.85m
DWT/GT:
63,291t/49,718
Cargo hold capacity:
121,605m3(4,294,466cft) (grain)
Speed, service: about 14.6kt (at c.s.o.
with 15% sea margin)
Main engine: MAN B&W 6S50MCC8 diesel x 1 unit
9,480kW
MCO:
28
Complement:
PanamaRegistry:NK
Classification:
January 21, 2016
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Kawasaki conducts naming ceremony of LNG carrier
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
(Kawasaki) held the naming ceremony of a 164,700m 3 LNG carrier (HN: 1713) at its Sakaide Shipyard on December 1, 2015, which wasnamed BISHU MARU by Mr. Satoru
Katsuno, president of Chubu ElectricPower Co., Inc., the charterer of theLNG carrier. The shipowner is Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (“K” Line).
BISHU MARU is a Moss-type LNG
carrier which has almost the samehull size with that of the existing
147,000m3 type LNG carriers, enabling her to enjoy good ship-shore
compatibility with major LNG terminals throughout the world, while making it possible to pass through the New
Panama Canal presently under construction.
The cargo tank capacity of BISHUMARU is 17,700m3 more than that ofthe existing 147,000m3 type LNG car-riers. The ship features a fully optimized hull structure for reduced
weight, as well as a hull shape that isoptimized for the maximum propulsive performance. Furthermore, Kawasaki Advanced Reheat Turbine
Plant, which is proven to substantially
improve transport efficiency, isadopted as the main engine.

Principal particulars
L x B:
Abt. 293m x 48.9m
Main Engine: Kawasaki Advanced
Reheat Turbine Plant (Kawasaki
URA Plant)
Tank Capacity:
abt. 164,700m3
Normal Speed:abt. 19.5kt
Boil-Off Rate:abt. 0.08%/day

NAMURA completes 115,000DWT type Aframax tanker, DIAMOND FAITH

Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
delivered the DIAMOND FAITH, a114,737DWT crude oil carrier built atits Imari Shipyard & Works, to Diamond Tanker Pte. Ltd. on January 22,
2016. This vessel is the third Aframax
tanker built by Namura in compliancewith the Common Structural Rule,and the vessel also conforms to thelatest requirements of international
regulations such as IMO PSPC-COTand PSPC-WBT for corrosion protection of the cargo oil and ballast watertanks to increase the safety of the vessel.
Energy saving devices independently developed by Namura, theNamura flow Control Fin (NCF) andRudder Fin attached to the stern, andlow-friction type antifouling paint applied to the outside shell improve thepropulsion performance, and an electronically controlled main engine contributes to reduction of fuel oil consumption.
For environmental safety, the vessel is equipped with the main engine
and generator engine compliant with
Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78 regulations (Tier II) to reduce NOx emissions.
The cargo system of the vessel has
three large-capacity cargo oil pumps,
which facilitate loading and unloading three grades of oil products, andan automatic unloading system increases the efficiency of cargo unloading.
The ballast water treatment system to control the quality of ballast
water is equipped for protection ofmarine environment prior to the enforcement of the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments.
Reduction of fuel costs and GHG
emissions as well as improvement ofoperational efficiency have beenachieved with a ship performance andmonitoring system incorporating actual sea conditions.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B (mld) x D (mld) x d (mld):
249.97m x 44.00m x 21.20m x14.80m
114,737t/63,538
DWT/GT:
Main engine: MAN B&W 6G60MEC9.2 diesel x 1 unit
about 14.45kt
Speed, service:
30 + 6 (workers)
Complement:
Singapore
Registry:NK
Classification:

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Oshima completes 90,000DWT type bulk carrier, SHIN SEKIYO

Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. delivered the 90,000DWT type bulk carrier, SHIN SEKIYO, to Kyoei Tanker
Co., Ltd. on January 13, 2016. Thisvessel was built to succeed theSEKIYO, and was designed to carry
not only coal but also ore and graincargoes.
This vessel has five cargo holds provided with wide hatch covers for improving cargo handling efficiency. Twolarge-capacity ballast pumps are installed to shorten the time requiredfor deballasting work.
The optimized hull dimensions of
the vessel allow entry to all Japanesemajor ports, and a wider beam design
is suitable for mass transportation of
bulk cargoes, which is also applicableto the limitations of the new Panama
Canal.
This vessel is designed with environment-friendly measures such as
double hull structures for all fuel oiltanks and diesel oil tanks to prevent
oil spillage in case of damage. In addition, collecting tanks are provided forstoring wash-water used for the holdsand deck.
Reduced fuel consumption is accomplished by adoption of the Advanced Flipper-Fins, PBCF, low friction paint and electronically-controlled engine. The Seaworthy Bow
developed by Oshima is also adopted
for improving speed performance under rough weather conditions.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d (sum-mer): 235.00m x 230.00m x 43.00mx 18.55m x 13.044m
90,781t/50,794
DWT/GT:109,210m3
Loading capacity:
Main engine:
Mitsubishi
7UEC60LSE-ECO-1 diesel x 1 unit
MSR:
10,335kW at 80.0rpm
Speed, service:
14.3ktClassification:NK
Complement:
January 13, 2016

Naikai completes 19,000DWT oil product tanker, KIRANA SAPTA

Naikai Zosen Corporation completed construction of the KIRANASAPTA, a 19,000DWT white andblack product tanker, for Sirius
Shipholding Pte. Ltd. at the Setoda
Works on January 21, 2016. The product tanker is now servicing South
Asian routes for transporting petroleum products (light and heavy oilproducts).

The tanker is a wide beam andshallow draught type with the navigation draught limited to 7.13m. The
cargo tanks including slop tanks aresegregated into 12 sections. These
compartments are protected by double
side-shells and bottom to prevent outflow of petroleum products to avoid
marine contamination. Fuel oil tanks
are also designed with double-skinstructures to prevent fuel oil outflow.
This producttanker with wide
beam employs a
newly developed
hull form and alarge rudder for
improved propulsion efficiency
and maneuverability. Even in ashallow port, thevessel has superb course-keeping andturning performance. The tanker canmaintain even fore-aft balance byshifting fuel oil between the tanks located at the bow and stern.
Total volume of the cargo tanks is
23,900m3, and loading and unloading
are achieved by three electric screw
pumps with a capacity of 600m3/h.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 160.00m
x 152.00m x 27.90m x 11.20m x
7.13m
DWT/GT:
19,000t/13,222
Main engine: Hitachi-MAN B&W
7S35MC7.1 diesel x 1 unit
MCR:4,900kW x 170min-1
NCR:
4,165kW x 161min-1
Speed, service:
About 13.5kt
Complement:
25
Registry:
SingaporeClassification:NK
Completion:
January 21, 2018

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MES establishes new department to support FPSO chartering business

Mitsui Engineering and Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MES) has announced theestablishment of the FPSO Business
Section within the Ocean Business
Promotion Department. Effective February 1, the new section will handle
all operations and management related to MES participation in FPSO
chartering-related businesses.
MES is implementing its MidTerm Business Plan 2014 (MBP14)
for the realization of a balanced business portfolio that ensures sustainablegrowth and solid profit stability. Oneof the core basic policies of MBP14 is
the expansion of business engagement
and related-service businesses. As
part of this strategy, MES acquired

shares of
Cernambi Norte
MV26 B.V., an
FPSO chartering businesscompany thatoperates in theIracema Norte
field of the pres a lt l a y e r o f f
the coast ofBra zil, fromMODEC, Inc. With this transaction, MES will engage in the chartering business.
MES will continue to work towardbusiness engagement and the expansion of related service businesses andaggressively invest in businesses conducting FPSO chartering. MES willfurther enhance cooperation withMODEC and continue to focus on theOcean Business Promotion Department.

JSEA participates in Posidonia 2016

The 25th Posidonia 2016 (The International ShippingExhibition) will take place at the Metropolitan Expo Centre in Athens for five days from June 6 through 10. This
event is organized by Posidonia Exhibitions SA and sponsored by the Greek Ministry of Mercantile Marine, Unionof Greek Shipowners, etc., and organizations related toShipbuilding and Marine
Engineeringin Japan 2016 published
Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering in Japan
2016 has been published by the Japan Ship Exporters’ Association (JSEA). The publication (210mm widex 285mm tall, four color and 64 pages) outlines thelatest shipbuilding achievements, both ships and advanced technologies. The details of ships and shipbuilding technology are compiled in a CD-ROM forconvenient access. Major contents include the current
status of the Japanese shipbuilding industry, recent
trends in ship technology,
new completions, newshipbuilding technology,
navigation systems, energy-saving equipmentand systems, main engines, software for shipbuilding rationalization,and building and repairing facilities, which havebeen introduced in thelast three years.

the maritime industry. The Japan Ship Exporters’ Association (JSEA) consisting of 10 Japanese shipbuilders will
participate in the exhibition with the financial support ofThe Nippon Foundation and in cooperation with The Shipbuilders’ Association of Japan. JSEA will provide the Japanese representation together with the Japanese Marine
Equipment Association (JSMEA) on the 220m2 stand floorand demonstrate the superior technologies accumulated
through many years of experience in shipbuilding. Particular ship hull forms and newly developed ship designs
will be introduced with photographs, a 120-inch screen,and other presentations.
Shipbuilders:
Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Japan Marine United Corporation
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Sanoyas Shipbuilding Corporation
Shin Kurushima Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Sumitomo Heavy Industries Marine & Engineering Co.,
Ltd.

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CORONA UTILITY

STELLATAIVS TEMBE

Owner: Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd.
Builder: Imabari Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Ship type: 88,000DWT type bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D: 234.9m x 38.0m x
19.9m
DWT/GT: 88,847t/49,721
Main engine: 6S60ME-C8.2 diesel x
1 unitSpeed, service: 15.0kt
Classification: NK
Completion: January 13, 2016

Owner: Stellata Transportation Corp.
Builder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries
Marine & Engineering Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 1382
Ship type: Tanker
L (p.p.) x B x D: 234.34m x 42.00m x21.45m
DWT/GT: 109,991t/57,997
Main engine: Mitsui-MAN B&W
6S60ME-C8 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: about 14.9kt
Classification: LR
Delivery: February 10, 2016

Owner: IVS BULK 554 PTE. LTD.
Builder: Kanda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 554
Ship type: Log/Cargo ship
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 179.90m x
30.00m x 15.00m x 10.772m
DWT/GT: 37,735t/23,224
Main engine: Mitsubishi
6UEC45LSE-ECO-B2 diesel x 1unit
Speed, service: 14.0kt
Registry: Singapore
Classification: NK
Completion: January 29, 2016

AFRICAN TURACO

HALCON TRADERPRIMROSEATLANTIC

Owner: Cardinal Maritime S.A.
Builder: Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 706
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 199.90m x
32.26m x 18.60m x 13.00m
DWT/GT: 60,075t/34,806
Main engine: MAN B&W 6S50MEB9.3 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.5kt
Registry: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: January 8, 2016

Owner: Ratu Shipping Co., S.A.
Builder: Shin Kurushima Dockyard
Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: S-5871
Ship type: Oils/chemical tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 149.93m x 24.60mx 13.20m x 10.167m
DWT/GT: 22,421t/13,061
Main engine: 6UEC45LSE-1 diesel x1 unit
Speed, service: about 14.0kt
Classification: BV
Completion: January 15, 2016

Owner: “K” Line Bulk Shipping (UK)
LimitedBuilder: Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 1515
Ship type: 81,600DWT type bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 229.00m x32.26m x 20.00m x 14.29m
DWT/GT: 81,879t/42,995
Main engine: MAN-B&W 6S60MEC8.1 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.5ktRegistry: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: January 28, 2016

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