No. 359 June - July 2013

MHI and Imabari Shipbuilding to establish JVfor designing and marketing LNG carriersMove taken to accommodate large-scale
projects as way of winning solid place inexpanding international market
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Imabari
Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. of Imabari, Ehime Prefecture, jointly
established MI LNG Company, Limited, a company tohandle the design and marketing of LNG (liquefied natural gas) carriers on April 1, 2013.
Through establishment of the JV, the two companies
aim to proactively prepare a structure capable of responding to large-scale LNG carrier construction projects, which
are expected to increase in tandem with expanding global
demand for LNG. By combining MHI’s technology development capabilities and Imabari Shipbuilding’s cost competitiveness, supported further by the effective management of their respective shipyards, the two companies lookto win a solid place in the growing international LNG carrier market.
The JV, which will have its head office in Minato-ku,
Tokyo, will be capitalized at 50 million yen. MHI will own
51% of equity and Imabari Shipbuilding will hold the remaining 49%. Upon receiving an order for an LNG carrier, the JV will prepare the specifications, etc., and thenorder ship construction either to MHI’s Nagasaki Shipyard & Machinery Works or to Imabari Shipbuilding.

“Sayaendo” a new-generation LNG carrier
For further information please contact:

Profile of the New Company
Company name:Business scope:

MI LNG Company, Limited
Businesses related to design andmarketing of LNG carriers
Head office:4-5-1, Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
President:
Haruhiko Omi
Capital:50 million yen
Operation launch: April 8, 2013Imabari’s first LNG carrier TRINITY ARROWWith shipyards of two companies at its disposal, the JV
will be able to secure collective shipbuilding capacity ofmore than eight LNG carriers per year. This will enable
the JV to take orders for multiple LNG carriers, putting it
in a position to vie against Korean and other large shipbuilders.
Regarding LNG carrier types, besides the conventional
Moss type with spherical LNG tanks and the membranetype, the JV can also offer the “Sayaendo,” a new-generation LNG carrier* developed by MHI as a high value-addedvessel evolved from Moss-type carriers but achieving enhancements in energy savings and operability.
MHI is a pioneer in Japan’s LNG carrier industry, having engaged in their development and construction sincethe 1970’s. To date the company has delivered 42 ships.
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No. 359 June - July Page 2(Continued from Page 1)Imabari Shipbuilding, Japan’s largest
shipbuilder in terms of both tonnage
and sales revenue, is one of major shipbuilding dedicated companies in Japan that include LNG carriers in its
portfolio.
Imabari, which has 110 years ofexperience in shipbuilding, concluded
a license agreement with GTT in theyear 2000, developed new vessel design with membrane-tank method
Mark-III system, and in 2008, constructed 1st 154,000m3 LNG carrier,largest at the time in the world. By
adopting trapezoidal tank for the firsttime as Mark-III system, the vessel
has increased tank capacity with slimlined hull shape, which gave higher
competitiveness to the vessel.
The company has been continuously deploying the marketing, investigation on new technology such as
ME-GI engine and Mark-III Flex system, study on new Panama Canal andvaried trade pattern of LNG. Nowadays, Imabari is developing new design of 178,000m3 LNG carrier with

ME-GI system.
Last year, in May MHI agreed with
Imabari Shipbuilding to collaborate incontainer carrier technology, and in
July to license manufacture and marketing rights of deck machinery. InOctober, the two companies jointlyreceived an order for two highly energy-efficient, nextgeneration pure car
and truck carriers from Nippon Yusen
Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line). This
increasingly close relationship between MHI and Imabari Shipbuilding resulted in the latest collaborationagreement.
Owing to the suspended operationof nuclear power plants in Japan in
the wake of the Great East Japan
Earthquake, demand for LNG as afuel for power generation has been
expanding not only in Japan but also
globally. In addition, as a direct outgrowth of the “shale gas revolution”
in the U.S., the share of North American LNG in the global market is expected to increase, resulting in a trend
toward longer transport distances.
With volume growing and transportdistances lengthening, the number of
LNG carriers required is expected toincrease. As a result, in order for industry players to attract orders, theirshipyards must be structurally prepared to accommodate construction ofmultiple carriers within in a short period.
Going forward MHI and Imabari
Shipbuilding will explore demand for
LNG carriers widely as they look togain an edge in this increasingly competitive market.

*Note: The “Sayaendo” has apeapod-shaped continuous cover
over spherical LNG tanks, whichis integrated with the ship’s hull.
This innovative design enables amore efficient overall ship structure and reductions in ship weightand size. MHI has now completed
the new vessel’s development andreceived orders for five units. The
first ship is currently under construction.

JMU completes 8,600TEU container vessel, HANOI BRIDGE
Japan Marine United Corporation
has delivered the 8,600TEU containervessel, HANOI BRIDGE (Hull No.
3290), at its Kure Shipyard. The
HANOI BRIDGE is a large containervessel, and JMU devoted its sophisticated shipbuilding technology and experience to this vessel.
For the sake of economical operation on container trades, the electronically controlled main engine is installed on this vessel. Moreover, thelatest systems are applied to achieve
more optimum operation, which include the turbo charger cut-off system
and inverter-controlled cooling sea
water pump. These systems contribute to saving fuel oil consumption andreducing exhaust gas emissions.
JMU has designed this vessel withthe latest technology such as CFD
analysis, 3D-FEM ship-model analysis, walk-through simulation, andequipment installation simulation

utilizing the CIM system Ajisai which
JMU developed.
Principal particulars
L (o.a) x B x D:
about 334.55m x
45.60m x 24.40 m
DWT/GT:
about 97,000 t/97,000

Loading capacity:
8,600 TEUs
Main engine: MAN B&W 9K98MEMark VI diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
51,480 kW x 94.0 rpm
Classification:NK
Completion:
March 28, 2013

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Kawasaki completes 58,635DWT bulker, GLOBAL VENUS
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
completed construction of the58,635DWT bulk carrier, GLOBAL
VENUS (HN: 1700), for the delivery
to Global Paradise S.A. on March 29,
2013. This bulk carrier is the 27th
delivery of the 58,000DWT series developed by Kawasaki.
The bulk carrier is the flush decktype with a forecastle and has fivecargo holds capable of loading grains,coal, ore, steel products, etc. Four deck
cranes are installed between the hatch
covers on the ship centerline, whichfacilitates cargo-handling at ports insufficient for cargo-handling facilities
on land.
The vessel can achieve maximum
fuel saving with the latest technologies, including an energy-saving maindiesel engine, highly efficient propellers, the Kawasaki rudder bulb system with fins (RBS-F), as well as asmooth bow
shape designed
to reduce wave
resistance, which
all contribute to
the vessel’s enhanced propulsion performance.
The main engine and generator engine comply with the Tier
II NOx emission
standards set by
the International Convention for thePrevention of Pollution from Ships.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 197.00mx 194.00m x 32.26m x 18.10m x12.65m
DWT/GT:58,635t/33,126
Caro hold capacity:
73,614 m3

Main engine: Kawasaki-MAN B&W
6S50MC-C7 diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
8,630 kW x 116 rpm
Speed, service:
about 14.5 kt
Complement:
24
Classification:
NKRegistry:
VanuatuSanoyas completes 4,300,000cf wood chip carrier, DRAGON SKY
The wood chip carrier DRAGON
SKY built at the Sanoyas Mizushima
Shipyard was delivered to Ocean
Woodland Shipping Co., Ltd. on February 26, 2013.
This vessel is the Sanoyas developed 4.30 million cubic feet (approximately 121,000m3) type wood chipcarrier with wide beam and shallow
draft, with one of the largest cargo holdcapacities in the world. This vessel isthe first 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 typewith the aft engine room and accommodation house. The cargo space isdivided into six holds, the structuresof which are designed and arranged
for efficient loading and unloading ofwood chips. This type of vessel has
greater depth than the conventionalbulk carrier of the same deadweightclass due to its design to carry lowdensity bulk cargoes like wood chips.
For improvement of propulsion efficiency, the vessel is equipped with alow-speed and long-stroke main engine combined with a high-efficiency
propeller. Moreover, the Sanoyas energy saving device
STF(Sanoyas-Tandem-Fin, max.
6% energy saving) is installedon the sternshell. This contributes to the reduction of CO2emissions.
A 975t/h chip

unloader, three deck cranes, and four
hoppers are installed between thecargo hatches. The main belt conveyor
is laid fore-and-aft over the main deck,and a shuttle conveyor is equipped on
the bow to unload wood chip from theship to a shore facility. Cargo handlingequipments are designed for quick
and safe unloading work. Cargo hatch
covers are the folding type driven by
the electro-hydraulic system.
Principal particulars
Hull No.:1311
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 209.99 m
x 204.00 m x 37.00 m x 22.85 m x
11.929 m
DWT/GT:
63,415 mt/49,718 mt
Cargo hold capacity:
121,605 m3(4,294,466 ft3) (grain)
Main engine: MAN B&W 6S50MCC7 diesel x 1 unit
MCR: 9,480 kW
Speed, service:about 14.6 kt (at c.s.o.
with 15% sea margin)
Complement:
28
Classification:NK
Delivery:February 26, 2013
Registry:
PanamaNo. 359 June - July Page 4

NAMURA completes 251,028DWT ore carrier, BSTEEL HARMONY
Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
delivered the BSTEEL HARMONY,
a 251,028 DWT ore carrier, to Star
Bulk Carrier Co. S.A. at its Imari Shipyard & Works on February 26, 2013.
This is the ninth vessel of 250,000
DWT type ore carriers called
WOZMAX. The principal dimensionsof the vessel satisfy the restrictions ofPort Hedland, Port Walcott, andDampier, which are the three major
ports in Western Australia. To call at
Ponta da Madeira in Brazil, the vessel has a suitable arrangement formooring.
The main engine of the vessel is theMAN B&W 7S80MC-C (Mark 7) type,driving a single fixed pitch propeller.
For fuel-economy operation, theNamura flow Control Fin (NCF) developed by Namura and a high-efficiency propeller are adopted for improved propulsion performance. Machinery in the engine room is automated on the basis of the NK M0 concept. In the cooling system of the ma-chinery part, the central fresh watercooling system is used for easy maintenance. Moreover, the vessel haslarge capacity of water ballast pumps
for quick operation during cargo loading. IMO PSPC-WBT is adopted forcorrosion protection of water ballast
tanks to increase safety of the vessel.
The vessel complies with the requirements of the latest amendments of theinternational regulations at the construction stage.

Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B (mld) x D (mld) x d (mld):
329.95 m x 57.00 m x 25.10 m x18.00 m
DWT/GT:
251,028 t / 132,589 t
Main engine:MAN B&W 7S80MC-C(Mark 7) diesel x 1set
Speed, service:
about 15.0 kt
Complement:
25
Classification:
NK
Registry:
Liberia

Demonstration event of electronically controlled gas-injection dieselengine (ME-GI) for marine use
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding
Co., Ltd. (MES) in cooperation with
Mitsui OSK Lines has recently carried out a full-scale demonstrationalrunning of electronically controlled
slow-speed diesel engine for marine
use burning natural gas. This is thefirst of its kind in Japan and is called“ME-GI,” and has confirmed that theengine has the same reliability withthe oil-fired diesel engines used foralmost all ocean going merchant ships

in the world.
This demonstration was carried out
on the electronically controlled MEGI of which fuel system was converted
to gas burning system from conventional oil burning system temporarily.
Heavy fuel oil is the most popular formarine diesel engine. However, natural gas is drawing attentions as a fuelof marine engines in near future inview of not only low emissions but also
procumbent cost, which could becomelower by a recent development of shale gas.
MES completed its
power generation plantwith slow-speed gas injection diesel engine(GIDE) in its Chiba
Works in 1994. Throughthis operation, MES has
carried out various reliability assessments andaccumulated its various
operation expertise ofsuch engine.
ME-GI, based upon such operational experiences, is a fusion of stateof-the art technologies such as electronic control technology and emission
reduction technology. MES exerts its
utmost efforts for further adoption of
ME-GI to many commercial ships
starting with LNG carrier.
In July last year, LNG carrier“Double Eco MAX” with ME-GI propulsion and with decreased fuel costand CO2 emission by 30% was developed by MES and put into market.
Through the demonstrational operation, MES has established not only
a comprehensive control system of
ME-GI including gas supply systembut also the supply system of ME-GI
to the customers.
MES will also establish a sales system to offer to customers ships with
ME-GI propulsion system, which areeconomical and environmentallyfriendly as well.

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New JSEA President appointed
The 106th Annual General Meeting of the Japan Ship Exporters’ Association (JSEA) selected 30 directors
and 2 auditors in Tokyo on May 24,
2013. Subsequently, the 584th Directors’ Meeting selected Mr. Kazuaki
Kama, Chairman of the Board, IHI
Corporation, as the new JSEA President. Mr. Kama’s tenure will last theusual two years. Mr. Kama will complete a two-year term as Chairman ofthe Shipbuilders’ Association of Japan(SAJ) on June 18, 2013, having held
the position since 2011.
At the same meeting, four Executive Vice Presidents of the JSEA wereappointed: Mr. Kazuo Ohmori, Chairman of the Board, Sumitomo Corporation (reappointment); Mr. Shigemi
Kurahara, Chairman of the board,
Japan Marine United (reappointment); Mr. Toshihiko Kita, Managing• Please notify us of any change

New JSEA President Kama,
Executive Officer and President, Machinery Division, Sojitz Corporation(reappointment); and Mr. Yukito
Higaki, President, Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (new appointment).
Standing officers of JSEA include Mr.
Satoshi Ito, Senior Managing Director (reappointment) and Mr.
Hidetsugu Ueki, Director and Secretary General (new appointment).

Naikai completes 38,300DWT cargo shipECO SPLENDOR
Naikai Zosen Corporation completed construction of the38,302DWT general cargo ship, ECO
SPLENDOR, at the Innoshima Shipyard on May 20, 2013. This generalcargo ship has been designed withdouble-side shells for every cargoholds for better safety in ship operation.
Should external damage occur, theinner shell of the vessel can prevent
loss or outflow of cargoes and ensure
the quality of cargoes. The double sideshells complying with the international regulations also protect the fueloil tanks for environmental conservation.
Thus, stronger structural performance and better stability are ensured against external damage thanthe conventional cargo ship.
The adoption of broad beam andshallow draught allows the vessel toenter shallow ports and navigating
rivers, channels, and lakes. An adequate rudder area gives coursekeeping stability to the vessel despite
the broad beam.
The vessel has a versatile cargo-

To our readersloading capacity for grains, coal, ore,steel products, and lumbers, etc. Of
the total five cargo holds, the Nos. 2
through 4 holds are the box-shaped
type. Four 30t deck cranes and wide
hatch openings facilitate handling ofparticularly lengthy cargoes.
The vessel is an eco-ship that uses
an economical low-speed main engine
combined with a large-diameter propeller. The Super Stream Duct (SSD)and Surf-Bulb (Rudder Fin with Bulb)
are installed for increased fuel efficiency. The Ax-Bow design also improves sea-keeping performance of theship.

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Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 183.00mx 177.00m x 30.60m x 14.50m x
10.00mDWT/GT:
38,302t/23,749
Cargo hold capacity:
47,125.3m3(grain)
Main engine: Hitachi-MAN B&W
6S46MC-C8 diesel x 1 unit
DCSO:
5,760 kW x 107.0min-1
Speed, service:
about 14.1kt
Complement:
25
Classification:
NK
Registry:
Hong Kong
Completion:
May 20, 2013

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ISLAND SPIRITHORAISANFEDERAL TIBER

Owner: Exceed Shipping S.A.
Builder: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (Nagasaki Shipyard &Machinery Works)
Hull No.: S.2282
Ship type: VLCC
L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 324.00m x
60.00m x 29.10m x 20.8m
DWT/GT: 305,301t/160,057
Main engine: Mitsubishi-UE
7UEC85LS II diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 15.5kt
Classification: NK
Completion: January 11, 2013
Registry: Panama

Owner: Baffin Investments Limited
Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 10695
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 189.99m x
32.26m x 17.87m x 12.578m
DWT/GT: 55,337t/31,590
Main engine: Kawasaki MAN B&W
6S50MC-C8 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.30kt
Registry: Marshall Island
Classification: DNV
Completion: January 9, 2013

NORDLOTUS

GLORIOUS FUJI

NEW EXPEDITION

Owner: Nordlotus Navigation
Company Limited
Builder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries Marine & Engineering Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 1376
Ship type: Tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D: 228.60m x 42.00m x21.50m
DWT/GT: 105,000t/57,000
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
6S60MC-C diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: About 15.3kt
Classification: LR
Completion: March 4, 2013

Owner: Kashima Naviera S.A.
Builder: Imabari Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Ship type: Bulk carrierL (o.a.) x B x D: 179.97m x 29.80m x
15.0m
DWT/GT: 23,259t/38,180
Main engine: B&W 6S46MC-C(Mark7) diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.5kt
Classification: NK
Completion: January 15, 2013

Owner: Salute Maritime S.A.
Builder: Mitsui Engineering &Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Ship type: Bulk carrier
Hull No.: 1825
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D: 292.00m x
282.00m x 44.98m x 24.70m
DWT/GT: 176,387t/92,382
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
6S70MC-C diesel x 1 unit
MCR: 18,660kW x 91rpmSpeed, service: 15.5kt
Complement: 27
Classification: NK
Registry: Panama

Owner: Global Quartz S.A.
Builder: The Hakodate Dock Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 857
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 175.53m x
29.40m x 13.70m x 9.64m
DWT/GT: 31,864t/19,801
Main engine: Mitsubishi
6UEC45LSE diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.4kt
Classification: NK
Complements: 24
Completion: January 29, 2013

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