No. 339 Feb. - Mar. 2010

Kawasaki’s newly developed large bulk carrier debuts

Kawasaki Shipbuilding Corporation has completed the182,577DWT bulk carrier, CAPE CANARY (HN: 1634),for “K” Line Bulk Shipping (UK) Limited at the Sakaide
Shipyard. The vessel is the first of the large bulk carrier
series newly developed by Kawasaki and has a maximum
cargo loading capacity within the ship size permitted entering the Port of Dunkerque.
The CAPE CANARY adopts the Common Structural
Rule (CSR) of the hull structural strength required for bulkcarriers for securing the increased safety of the vessel. The
Performance Standard for Protective Coatings (PSPC) isalso applied for the improvement of quality of coatings,
which provides preventive measures against corrosion ofballast water tanks.
Total energy saving of the vessel is achieved by installing a fuel-saving main diesel engine combined with thehighly efficient propeller, Kawasaki SDS-F (Semi-Duct
System with contra Fins), and Kawasaki RBS-F (Rudder
Bulb System with Fins). With the increased propulsion
efficiency, the fuel consumption of the main engine is drasFor further information please contact:tically decreased.
Fuel oil tanks are double hull construction, and deckmachinery is directly operated by electric power dispensing with hydraulic oil. Therefore, possibility of accidental
marine pollution is decreased in the event of collision ordamage.
Principal particulars
Length, o.a.:292.00m
Length, b.p.:288.00m
Breadth, mld.:
45.00mDepth, mld.:
24.70mDraught, mld.:
18.20m (full load, summer)
DWT/GT:
182,577t/93,235
Main engine: Kawasaki-MAN B&W 6S70MC-C (Mk7)diesel x 1 unitMCR:
17,780kW x 87rpm
Speed, service:
about 15.3kt
Complement:
28
Classification:NK
Delivery:Nov. 10, 2009
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IHIMU completes 499GT coastal chemical tanker, HOUWA-MARU
IHI Marine United Inc. (IHIMU)
has delivered the 499 gross tonnage
type coastal chemical tanker,
HOUWA-MARU, to the Japanese
ship owner. The tanker is equippedwith the electric motor driven propulsion system using IHIMU’s proprietary technology CRP (contra-rotatingpropeller).
Based on superior shipbuilding
technology gained through many
years of experience, IHIMU has de-veloped the most efficient electricmotor driven system combined with
CRP and the efficient hull form. Thissystem is competitive with fuel oil propulsion, contributing to the environmental protection with reduction ofNOX and CO2 emissions.
The HOUWA-MARU has reliable
and flexible operation as the CRP isdriven with two independent motors.
Should one of the propulsion systems
or motor be damaged or fail acciden-tally, the other propulsion system will
be sufficient to maintain the ship’soperation. Since the CRP electric motor system is free from the barred
range of the diesel engine, ship maneuver in a port is facilitated. Depending on electric demand for ship’s operation (normal running, loading/unloading, drifting, etc.), the ship crew
can select the number of the running
diesel generators, which will further
reduce fuel consumption.
Principal particulars
Main Contractor:IHI Marine UnitedInc.
Shipbuilder: Hongawara Ship YardCo., Ltd.
Ship Owner: Shokuyu Tanker Co.,
Ltd./Japan Railway Construction,
Transport and Technology Agency
L (o.a.) x B x D: 64.90m x 10.00m x
4.50m
DWT/GT:
abt. 1,246t/498
Main engine:
Electric motors x 2(Rated: 260kW x 2)
Speed, service:11.0ktCompletion:
Oct. 16, 2009

MHI completes advanced RO/RO type vehicle carrier,
QUEEN SAPPHIRE
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
(MHI) has completed construction ofa roll-on/roll-off type vehicle carrier,
QUEEN SAPPHIRE, with a car carrying capacity of approximately 6,400
units in passenger car equivalents for
Clio Marine Inc. at the Nagasaki Shipyard Machinery Works.
The QUEEN SAPPHIRE is themost advanced car carrier featuring
the slim hull and streamlined superstructure, energy-saving and marine
environmental preservation measures, etc.
The carrier adopts a very slim design for the hull below the water line
together with the streamlined superstructures above the upper deck, andthese design considerations contributeto reduction of both wave resistanceand wind pressure, and this resultsin energy saving.
Every car deck can accommodate

high-roof vehicles. The jumping slopes
are introduced to directly connect upper decks with lower decks to facilitate car-handling work.
Principal particulars
L (b.p.) x B x D: 192.00m x 32.26m x
34.52mGT:
60,148Car carrying capacity:

approximately 6,400 passenger
cars (RT Type)
Main engine:
Mitsubishi-UE
7UEC60LSII (P/U) diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service:abt. 20.65kt
Complement:
30
Classification:NK NS*(RORO EQ CV), MNS*(MO)Completion:
Sept. 30, 2009

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MES completes KEN WAVE, 56,000DWT bulk carrier
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding
Co., Ltd. (MES) delivered the56,000DWT bulk carrier, KEN WAVE
(HN: 1764), to NORDEN Shipping(Singapore) Pte. Ltd., Singapore at its
Chiba Works on Nov. 19, 2009. Thevessel is a Handymax type bulk carrier of 56,000DWT with a huge cargohold capacity over 70,000m3. This series is known as Mitsui’s 56 worldwide
and is highly appreciated in the market. More than 150 vessels of this series have been ordered from MES.
The vessel is designed in accordance with the IACS Common Structural Rules. Therefore, the structuralsafety and operational flexibility areimproved. The “Mitsui’s 56" series has
good manageable size of 56,000DWT
at the summer draft, length and draft
for accessibility to main ports worldwide, and low fuel oil consumption
based on good propulsive performance.
The vessel has five cargo holds andfour cranes for handling cargoes. It is
designed to have adequate strengthof hatch top of cargo holds and to besuitable for efficient handling of various types of cargoes. The sizes of thehatch openings are the largest for thistype in terms of both length and width.
Each cargo hold has a sufficient clear
length to load long pipes. The cargoholds are well strengthened to load
heavy cargo such as hot coils, etc.
Outfitting arrangements on the upper deck and strength of the hatch
covers are well designed to load packaged lumber.
The main engine is the MitsuiMAN B&W 6S50MC-C diesel engine.
This light, compact and high output
engine complies with MARPOL NOx
restrictions for exhaust gas. Adequate
power margin is provided for a highdegree of flexibility (at normal
service output =75% maximumcontinuous output), and the lowest fuel oil consumption will berealized by optimum matchingat normal service
output.
Ballast water
can be changed

during navigation for protection of themarine environment. Generator engines also comply with MARPOL NOx
restrictions for exhaust gas.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d:
189.99m x 182.00m x 32.25m x
18.10m x 12.69m
DWT/GT:
56,104t/31,759
Main engine:
Mitsui-MAN B&W
6S50MC-C diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
9,070kW x 125.0rpm
Speed, service:abt. 14.5kt
Complement:
26
Classification:NK
Delivery:Nov. 19, 2009

Imabari completes VLCC, TSURUGA
Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
completed construction of theTSURUGA (HN: 8063), a 309,960
DWT crude oil carrier at the Saijo
Shipyard on Oct. 20, 2009.
The vessel has the maximum size
to pass through the Strait of Malacca.
Double hull construction adopted forthe vessel will protect the fuel oil tanks
from accidental damage. An energysaving device is installed at the leading edge of the rudder. These considerations will contribute to environment-friendly and economical shipoperation.
The vessel is equipped with a vapor emission
control system
based on theUSCG regulations and mooring equipment
complying with
OCIMF’s requirements.
Three cargo
pumps are installed, andcross-connection

arrangements in the cargo oil pumproom enable any pump to pull oil fromand deliver to any line.
The vessel is designed to increasesafety and reliability and has ClassNK notation of PS-DA and PS-FA.
Principal particulars
Length, o.a.:332.99m
Length, b.p.:324.00m
Breadth, mld.:
60.00mDepth, mld.:
29.00mDraught, mld.:
21.10mDWT/G/T:
309,960t/160,068
Loading capacity:
350,583m3
Main engine:
Mitsui-MAN B&W
8S80MC-C diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
27,960kW x 76.0rpm
Speed, service:
15.55kt
Complement:
34
Classification:NK
Delivery:Oct. 20, 2009

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NAMURA completes Dunkerquemax type bulk carrier, GRY BULKER
Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
delivered the GRY BULKER, a
174,788 DWT bulk carrier, toLauritzen Bulkers A/S at the Imari
Shipyard & Works on Nov. 5, 2009.
This is the Namura’s first vessel complying with the common structural
rules for bulk carriers (CSR-B). The
principal dimensions of the vessel satisfy the restrictions of the Port ofDunkerque.
Namura has drastically reviewed
and modified the specifications byimproving those of the existing
170,000DWT type bulk carriers. For
instance, the accommodation facilities
have upgraded to provide the crewwith more comfortable life.
The main engine is the MAN
B&W6S70MC-C type with an Alphalubricating system for saving cylinderoil. The Namura flow control fin (NCF)
and high-efficiency propeller are
equipped for improving propulsion
performance and saving fuel oil.
Machinery in the engine room isautomatedbased on theClass NK ‘M0,’
and an air typestern tube-sealing device is applied to prevent
oil leakage. Electric motor driven
hatch covers arealso used for prevention of oil pollution. Anti-abrasion
paint and 5-year life tin-free type antifouling paint are applied to all cargoholds and the hull below the waterline, respectively. An elevator is installed for traveling between accommodation quarters and the engine
room. A vacuum sewage unit combined with a sewage treatment system is installed. The flow-throughmethod is adopted to exchange ballast water for easy operation.
Other special provisions are given
to safety, environment protection, andreduction of labor and operation costs,

while complying with the recent international regulations.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B (mld) x D (mld) x
d (mld):289.98m x 280.00m x45.00m x 24.70m x 18.00m
DWT/GT:
174,788t/91,508
Main engine:MAN B&W 6S70MC-C(Mk 7) diesel x 1 unit
MCO:
16,860kW x 91.0min-1
Speed, service:
15.0ktComplement:
25
Classification:
NKFlag:Republic of PanamaCompletion:
Nov. 5, 2009

Universal completes 207,000DWT bulk carrier, SHIN KORYU
Universal Shipbuilding Corporation delivered the 207,000 DWT bulkcarrier, SHIN KORYU, to Picer Marine S.A. at the Tsu Shipyard on Oct.
23, 2009.
The vessel is designed to carry bulk
coal and iron ore between Asia andAustralia more efficiently and to haveflexibility for port restrictions. This is
the 12th vessel of the new design series of Newcastlemax that is the mostefficient for the shallow draft and has
a large cargo hold capacity.
In addition, the vessel employs
double side skin construction for cargoholds in order to improve cargo handling and reduce
flooding risk due
to shipside damage. In spite of
having cargoholds bound by adouble side skin,
the vessel has
the same cargocapacity as previous single skinned Newcastlemax series.
The vessel isequipped withhigh propulsion

efficiency and energy saving devices,
SSD (Super Stream Duct) and SurfBulb (Rudder Fin with Bulb) before
and behind the propeller, and the bow
is shaped with the new Ax-bow form,
which can decrease the wave resistance at sea. Deck machinery such as
windlasses, mooring winches, andhatch covers are driven by the electric-motor system that is environment-friendly.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.q.) x B x D x d: 299.7m
x 290.2m x 50m x 25.0m x 18.2m
DWT/GT:
207,991t/106,367
Loading capacity:
218,790m3
Main engine:MAN B&W 6S70MC-C
diesel x 1 unit
Speed:
16.3ktComplement:
25
Classification:NK
Completion:
Oct. 23, 2009

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Sanoyas completes 4,350,000cf woodchip carrier, CROSSANDRA
Sanoyas Hishino Meisho Corp. hascompleted construction of the4,350,000cf woodchip carrier,CROSSANDRA, for the delivery to
Cygnet Bulk Carriers S.A. (Panama)at the Mizushima Works and Shipyard on Nov. 27, 2009. The vessel isthe 4th of the series of the newly developed SANOYAS 4.35 million cubicfeet (approximately 123,000m3) type
woodchip carriers, making it one of thelargest cargo hold capacities in theworld.
The CROSSANDRA is the flush
decker type with aft engine room andaccommodation house. The cargospace is divided into six holds, eachstructure of which is designed andarranged for efficient loading and unloading of woodchips. The vessel has
greater depth than that of the conventional bulk carrier of the same deadweight class due to its design to carry
low density cargo like woodchips.
For increased propulsion efficiency,
the vessel is equipped with a lowspeed and long-stroke main engine
combined with a high-efficiency pro-peller. Moreover, it employs SANOYAS developed energy saving device“STF” (Sanoyas-Tandem-Fin (patent):
max. 6% energy saving and excellent
cost performance with simple structure) on the stern shell. These devices
contribute to the reduction of CO2emissions.
A 975t/h chip unloader, three deck
cranes and four hoppers are installed
between cargo hatches. The main belt
conveyor is laid fore-and-aft over themain deck, and a shuttle conveyor isequipped on the bow to unload
woodchips from the ship to a shore
facility. Cargo handling equipment isdesigned for
rapid and safe
unloading work.
Cargo hatch covers are the folding type driven
by the electro-hydraulic system.
Principal particulars
Owner:
Cygnet Bulk

Carriers S.A.
Hull No.:1269
Ship type:
Woodchip carrier
L (o.a.) x L (p.p.) x B x D x d:
209.99m x 204.00m x 37.00m x
22.85m x 12.029m
DWT/GT:
64,486t/49,720
Cargo hold capacity (grain):
123,618m3 (4,365,558ft3)
Main engine MAN B&W 6S50MC-C
diesel x 1 unit
MCO:
9,480kw
Speed, service:
about 14.6kt
Classification:NK
Delivery:Nov. 27, 2009

Onomichi completes 47,000DWT product tanker, EMERALD
Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd. hascompleted construction of EMERALD, a 47,000DWT product carrier,for Emerald Marine Co. Ltd. of Malta.
The vessel is 182.50m long, 32.20m
wide, and 18.10m deep, and has thetotal cargo tank capacity of 53,500m3
capable of carrying four different typesof cargo liquids such as gasoline, lightoil, naphtha, etc. simultaneously.
EMERALD is designed to comply

with the latest international regulations. The hull structural strength ofthe vessel has been developed with 3dimensional model analysis and fatigue strength analysis to provide highreliability to endure repetitive navigation in the rough-sea season.
The vessel has many features considering environmental preservation.
The double hull structure is employed
for the fuel oil tank compartment toprevent fuel oil
leakage in an accident. Air pollution prevention isensured by providing an advanced gas detecting system toavoid emission ofharmful gas into
the atmosphere.
The main engine

uses a low-speed and long-stroke diesel engine that has superior performance of low fuel consumption.
Moreover, unattended main engine
and auxiliary machinery, a fail-safe
satellite navigation system, and theself-stripping system are adopted toreduce manual labor required for ship
operation and improve the working
environment on the board.
Principal particulars
Owner: Emerald Marine Co. Ltd.
Builder:Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Hull No.:546
Ship type:
Product Tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D x d(ext.): 172.60m x
32.20m x 18.10m x 12.60m
DWT/GT:
47,302t/27,015
Main engine:
Mitsui MAN-B&W
6S50MC Diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service:
15.3ktClassification:
BV
Completion:
Nov. 16, 2009

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ORIENT HOPE

METEOR

MOL SPARKLE

Owner: Black Ship Line, S.A.
Builder: The Hakodate Dock Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 829
Ship type: Log/bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x L(p.p.) x B x D x d: 175.53m
x 167.00m x 29.40m x 13.70m x
9.640mDWT/GT: 32,165t/19,828
Main engine: Mitsubishi 6UEC45LSE
diesel x 1 unit
Output: 6,840kW (9,300 PS) x 129rpm
Speed, service: 14.4kt
Classification: NK
Complement: 24
Completion: Oct. 13, 2009

Owner: New Meteor Maritie Ltd..
Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 10552
Ship type: Japanamax Type BulkCarrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 224.99m x 32.26m
x 20.05m x 14.526m
DWT/GT: 82,589MT / 42,931
Main engine: Kawasaki MAN B&W
5S60MC-C diesel x 1 unit
Output: 9,378 kW x 88.0 rpm
Speed, service: 14.5kt
Classification: NK
Completion: Jan. 12, 2010

Owner: Toa Marine Inc.
Builder: Naikai Zosen Corporation
Ship type: Container carrier
L (o.a.) x L (p.p.) x B x D x d: 199.93 mx 188.00 m x 32.20 m x 16.60 m x9.80 mDWT/GT: 33,100t/27,200
Container carrying capacity:
2,553TEU (incd. 540 reefers)
Main engine: MAN B&W 7S70MC-C
diesel x 1 unit
MCR: 21,735kW x 91min-1Speed, max.: 22.2kt
Classification: NK
Completion: Nov. 30, 2009

LOWLAND BRABO

GLOBAL MERMAID

EAGLE KUCHING

Owner: Sea Wealth Navigation S.A.
Builder: Kanda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 502
Ship type: General cargo ship
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 177.13m x 28.40mx 14.25m x 10.02m
DWT/GT: 32,280t/20,238
Main engine: Mitsubishi 6UEC52LA
diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.3kt
Registration: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: Jan. 13, 2010

Owner: Global Moon S.A.
Builder: Shin Kurushima DockyardCo., Ltd.
Hull No.: 5588
Ship type: Log/bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 176.83m x 28.80m
x 14.20m x 9.826m
DWT/GT: 33,738t/21,100
Main engine: 6UEC52LA diesel x 1
unit
Speed, service: 14.3kt
Registration: PANAMAClassification: NK
Completion: Jan. 12, 2010

Owner: AET Inc. Limited.
Builder: Tsuneishi Holdings Corporation
Hull No.: 1423
Ship type: Crude oil tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 243.80m x 42.000m
x 21.300m x 14.550m
DWT/GT: 107,481t/60,379
Main engine: Mitsui MAN-B&W
6S60MC-C (Mk 7) diesel x 1 unit
Service Speed: 15.6kt
Registration: Singapore
Classification: LR
Completion: Oct 21, 2009

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