No. 360 Aug. - Sept. 2013

Bulk carrier SOYO wins 23rd Ship of the Year Award
Special technological award goes to resource research ship HAKUREIThe Japan Society of Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers (JASNAOE) on June 17 convened a meeting of its
selection committee for the society’s 23rd Ship of the YearAward for 2012 at Gakushi Kaikan in Tokyo, and selected
the large dry bulk carrier SOYO for the grand prix award.
The awardees in this and other categories are selected outof notable ships built in Japan in the past year according
to its technological, artistic and social significance. For
this year’s commendation, out of eight candidates, the resource research ship HAKUREI has been chosen for the
special technological category, the SHINSHIN MARU for

the small cargoship category, the AMANOKAWA for thesmall passenger ship category, the EMERALD ACE forthe large cargoship category, and the KAGOSHIMAMARU for the fishing boat-work vessel category.
The awards were presented on July 25 at Kaiun Clubin a joint commendation ceremony of three maritime academic institutions, of which the other two are The Japan
Institute of Marine Engineering (JIME) and The Japan
Institute of Navigation (JIN). JIME and JIN respectively
gave the Marine Engineering of the Year 2012 Award andthe Navigation Achievement Prize on that occasion.

50,872 GT Dry Bulk Carrier SOYO

bottom by any prior system. It is also highly appreciatedas a versatile CO2 reducing technology applicable to deepdraft large oceangoing ships for hauling major cargo items.
The new system is expected to find use in an expanding
spectrum of ships in the coming years.

This bulk carrier, constructed by Oshima Shipbuilding
Co., Ltd. to the order of Collie Shipholding S.A., is the first
vessel in active service in the world to be equipped with an
air lubrication system utilizing the main engine’s scavenging bypass, which has succeeded in reducing the frictional resistance of the hull and CO2 emissions. This air
lubrication technology, utilizing bubble flows along the hullbottom to reduce frictional resistance between the hull andseawater, has solved the technical problem of enormous
energy which would be required to flow air along the hull
For further information please contact:

Special technological award
6,283 GT offshore resource research ship HAKUREI
This is an offshore resource research ship built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) for the Japan Oil,Gas and Metals National Corporation, an independent ad(Continued on Page 2)
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ministrative agency.
It is a novel ship equipped with diverse research functions for use in
exploration and development of undersea resources in the waters around
Japan. The equipment includes large
drilling apparatuses of two different
types adaptable to a broad range ofwater depths from shallow to 6,000m, physical exploration devices andseabed observation systems. Excellent propulsive performance, seaworthiness and maneuverability of thevessel enable the HAKUREI to engage in surveying of oceanic resources
and basic research of the environment
efficiently and safely. The vessel was

selected for the special technologicalaward in recognition of the high technological standards that enabled thesefunctions to be integrated in an advanced way and thereby to make important social contributions.

Category Awards
Large cargoship award
60,154 GT PCTC EMERALD ACEThis MHI-built vessel is the world’s
first vehicles carrier equipped with ahybrid electric power system combining a photovoltaic power generation
plant and lithium ion batteries as a
new approach to cut CO2 emissions.
Photovoltaic power generated while atsea is stored into the batteries, whose
output is used while at anchor to keep
the diesel generator at halt andthereby to realize zero CO2 emission.

higher propulsion efficiency, has resulted in about 10% energy saving
over comparable conventional ships.
The vessel can carry 1,793 tons of liquid cargo.

Fishing/work vessel award
vides to passengers and its unique aesthetic design and lighting-up, unparalleled by other such vessels. The service speed is about four knots.

Small cargoship award

Small passenger ship award
11 GT electrically propelled passenger
ship AMANOKAWA
The AMANOKAWA, built by
Tsuneishi Facilities & Craft Co., Ltd.,is intended to realize the concept of“clean and pleasant sea travel” in river
traffic and tourism. The plug-in typeelectrically propelled vessel having
lithium ion batteries as its main powersource has realized low noise, low vibration and zero exhaust gas, and iswell accepted for the comfort it pro-

749 GT chemicals and oil tanker
SHINSHIN MARU
Built by Fukushima Zosen
Tekkosho (designed by Yugen Kaisha
Fuji Sekkkei), the SHINSHIN MARU
is the first twin-screw electrically propelled coasting vessel. Its building costis saved by using controllable pitch
propellers to dispense with inverters
otherwise needed for controlling theship’s speed, and the use of a sterntwin-skeg hull form, contributing to

935 GT fisheries training ships KAGOSHIMA MARU
Built by Niigata Shipbuilding &Repair, Inc. for Kagoshima University, this is the first large training ship
powered by an electric propulsion system consisting of two 360-degree turn-able propellers which, together witha joystick steering system, contributes
to excellent maneuverability of thevessel at low speed. Further equippedwith a latest observation/analysis system, a multipurpose fishing system
and an inboard high-speed LAN
among others, the KAGOSHIMAMARU is a revolutionary ship as anoffshore educational platform of thenext generation.

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Imabari reveals new 33,000DWT bulker series “IS” TRI-STAR
Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. hasdeveloped a new bulk carrier series of
33,000DWT class named “IS” TRISTAR to cope with diversified demandin the handy-size bulker market.
The company is renowned as aleading builder with a large market
share for the handy bulk carrier worldwide. Imabari has achieved over 30
deliveries of “IS” BARI-STARs, the38,000DWT type bulk carrier series,
since 2010, and over 200 28,000DWTtype bulk carriers have been completed for customers worldwide since
the first delivery in 1990. These vessels have developed a high reputation
amongst the customers.
Recent diversification in demand
for ships, however, has caused thecompany to develop the 33,000DWT
class bulk carrier “IS” TRI-STAR. This
newest series will have the following
characteristics: A larger cargo holdcapacity in this class is provided. Designed with reduced hull resistanceand fuel saving
devices, the vessel will achieve
the world’s bestclass fuel consumption. Adequate deadweight will be
provided despite
the shallow
draught designed to permit
navigation in shallow waterways andports without affecting the fuel efficiency. The fuel oil tanks will be constructed with double hull structuresto prevent oil spills due to hull damage and attain environmentallyfriendly ship operation.
“IS” stands for Imabari Shipbuilding. “TRI” comes from the figures of
33,000 tons, and “STAR” means a star.
This denomination is intended to signify “three-star class,” and Imabari
expects the “IS” TRI-STAR will be able

An imageto obtain the highest reputation
amongst customers.
“IS” TRI-STAR is the fourth “IS”
series vessels following the “IS”
NEXTER, “IS” I-STAR and “IS”
BARI-STAR series.
Principal particulars of “IS” TRISTAR:
Length, o.a.:179.5mBeam:
28.4m
Depth:
14.25mDeadweight:
33,000t

Sanoyas completes Panamax bulk carrier SEAGULL WIND
Sanoyas Shipbuilding Corporationdelivered the Panamax bulk carrier,
SEAGULL WIND, constructed at the
Sanoyas Mizushima Shipyard to
Sangria Pioneer Four S.A. on April 24,
2013.
The vessel has improved fuel consumption by 10% compared with theexisting Sanoyas Panamax bulk carrier, while maintaining a loading capacity of 83,000t that is the largest
in this category. This vessel is the thirdof a new series of the 83,000DWT-type
Panamax, which will contributeseaborne trade with maximum fuelsaving efficiency.
For improvement of propulsion ef-

ficiency, the vessel is equipped with alow-speed and long-stroke fuel-optimized main engine combined with ahigh-efficiency propeller and the Sanoyas developed energy-saving device
called “STF” (Sanoyas-Tandem-Fin(patent); max. 6% energy saving) on
the stern shell, which also contributeto the reduction of CO2 emissions.
For protection of the environment,
various countermeasures such as
main engine compliance with the NOx
emission Tier II limit for the prevention of air pollution, fuel oil tank protection and independent holding
tanks for accommodation discharges,
dirty hold bilge and rain water on theupper deck, are incorporated.
In addition, dedicated fresh water tanks
are provided for storinghold-washing water
generated by a large
capacity type fresh water generator. For improvement of vessel

maintenance, access trunks are arranged to allow access from the upper deck to the double bottom evenunder the laden condition.
Accommodation, applying the new
Maritime Labor Convention in advance, makes officers and the crew
comfortable in the vessel and safe
maneuverability is achieved with theorganized arrangement and rear visibility in the wheelhouse.
Principal particulars
Hull No.: 1330
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 229.00m
x 225.00m x 32.24m x 20.20m x
14.648m (ext.)
DWT/GT:82,908t/43,656
Cargo hold capacity:95,892m3 (grain)
Main engine: MAN B&W 6S60MCC8.2 diesel x 1 unit
MCO:
9,750kW
Speed, service:
about 14.5kt
Complement:
25
Classification:NK
Delivery:
April 24, 2013
Registry:
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Mitsubishi delivers seismic vessel, RAMFORM TITAN
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
delivered the “RAMFORM TITAN” toPetroleum Geo-Services ASA (PGS) at
the Nagasaki Shipyard & Machinery
Works on May 10, 2013. The vessel
has a distinctive triangular hull called‘Ramform,’ measuring 104m long and
70m wide, which allows more efficient
3D seismic surveying.
This vessel will conduct seismic
surveys using acoustic waves (alsoreferred to as seismic waves). Air gun
sources emit acoustic waves thatstrike the seabed and strata boundaries and bounce back as echoes.
These echoes are detected by sensors
inside multiple streamer cables several kilometers in length, which are
towed from the vessel’s stern.
When data from the cables are processed and analyzed by computer, it
is possible to identify likely oil or natural gas deposits below the seabed.
Adding more cables allows the vessel to explore a wider area of the seabed, improving efficiency and safety.
The vessel can be equipped with 24
cables with its 70m stern width, which
was increased from the 40 meters of
PGS’s previous series.
Offshore seismic surveys are conducted around the clock, and if a sur-vey field is extensive, it takes several
months. For crew comfort, the vessel
is fully equipped with recreational facilities including a lounge, a TV room,a sauna, an outdoor pool, and an indoor ball game court as well as facilities including a living room and a dining room.
The vessel is also equipped with ahelicopter deck to transport membersof the crew or replenish supplies without mooring and interrupting observations. Bunkering by a bunker ship
is also possible while the vessel tows
streamer cables.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B (mld.) x D (mld.)x d (mld.): 104.21m x 96.002m x
70.00m x 8.10m x 6.42m
Gross Tonnage:
20,637
Transit speed:abt. 16.5kt
Towing Speed:abt. 5.0kt
Main generator engines:
6 sets of
Wartsila Model 8L32 (3,840kW x
720min-1)
Propulsion: 3 sets of electric, CP propeller plants (with nozzle and propeller shaft 6,000 kW/each shaft)
Bow thruster:
2,200kW x 1 set
Streamer reels:Reel capacity 12 km x
24 sets
Complement:
80
Classification:
DNV
Flag:
BahamasKawasaki completes 58,000DWT class bulker, KOUYOU
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
delivered the 58,595DWT bulk carrier, KOUYOU (HN: 1699), built at
the Sakaide Works to its owner, Venus Ocean Navigation S.A. The vessel is the 29th of the Kawasaki
58,000DWT-class bulk carrier series.
The KOUYOU is designed with aflush deck and a forecastle and has
five cargo holds allowing efficienttransport of grain, coal, various ores,
and steel products. Four 30t deck
cranes installed between the hatch
covers along the centerline facilitatecargo handling at ports with insufficient wharf cargo-handling facilities.
The vessel employs the latest technologies to achieve maximum fueleconomy, which include a fuel-saving
main diesel engine, highly efficient
propellers, theKawasaki rudder bulb systemwith fins (RBSF), as well as abow capable ofreducing wave
resistance. All
these featurescontribute to thevessel’s enhanced propulsion performance.
The main engine and generator
engine comply with Tier II NOx emission standards set by the International Convention for the Preventionof Pollution from Ships.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 197.00m x 194.00m
x 32.26m x 18.10m x 12.65m
DWT/GT:58,595t/33,126
Cargo hold capacity:
73,614m3
Main engine Kawasaki-MAN B&W
6S50MC-C7 diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
8,630kW x 116rpm
Speed, service:
about 14.45kt
Complement
25
Classification:
NK
Registry:
PanamaDelivery:June 7, 2013

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Namura completes 251,019DWT ore carrier, INDIGO HOPE
Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
delivered INDIGO HOPE, a
251,019DWT ore carrier, to Grand
Crow Maritime S.A. at its Imari Shipyard & Works on May 9, 2013.
This is the tenth vessel of a seriesof 250,000DWT type ore carriers
called “WOZMAX” and the principal
dimensions of this type satisfy the restrictions of Port Hedland, Port
Walcott, and Dampier, which are thethree major ore exporting ports in
Western Australia. The vessel complied with the requirements of the latest amendments of the international
regulations at the construction stage.
The main engine of the vessel is the
MAN B&W 7S80MC-C (Mark 7) type
diesel engine, driving a single fixed
pitch propeller. The Namura flow
Control Fin (NCF), which was devel-

oped by Namura,and a high-efficiency propeller
are equipped for
improving propulsion performance and saving fuel oil. The
machinery in theengine room is
automated basedon the NK M0
concept. The
cooling system of the machinery
adopts the central fresh water cooling system for easy maintenance.
The vessel has large capacity ofwater ballast pumps for quick operation during cargo loading. IMO PSPCWBT is applied for corrosion protection of water ballast tanks to increase

Japan’s shipbuilding industry at NOR-SHIPPING 2013
NOR-SHIPPING 2013, the 24thinternational shipping exhibition andconference organized by Norway
Trade Fairs (NORGES VAREMESSE), was held at the Lillestrom
Exhibition Centre in Lillestrom, Norway, from June 4 through 7. 1,037
companies from 59 nations participated, and the exhibition was visitedby an estimated 14,870 people.
On June 4, the Japanese stand was
opened by Mr. A. Shirota, the Japanese Ambassador to Norway, Mr. K.
Kama, president of JSEA, and Mr. M.
Nakashima, chairman of JSMEA.
A cocktail party was held in theevening on June 5 at the Radisson Blu
Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo, co-sponsored

Cocktail party on June 5
by Ambassador Shirota and Mrs.
Shirota as well as the JSEA president
Mr. and Mrs. Kama. About 671 guests
joined from various circles including
Norwegian shipowners.
The Japan Ship Exporters’ Association (JSEA) participated in the exhibition in cooperation with The Shipbuilders’ Association of Japan and 10
Japanese shipbuilders under agrant from The
Nippon Foundation, to display
the Japanese
shipbuilding industry today, using photos, scalemodel ships, anda liquid crystal
display system.
From left are JSEA president Kama, Ambassador
Shirota, and JSMEA chairman Nakashimasafety of the vessel.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B (mld.) x D (mld.) x d (mld.):
329.95m x 57.00m x 25.10m x
18.00mDWT/GT:
251,019t/132,587
Main engine:MAN B&W 7S80MC-C(Mark 7) diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service:
about 15.0kt
Complement:
25
Classification:
NK
Registry:
PanamaNew SAJ Chairman
appointed

The 67th annual general meeting of the Shipbuilders’ Association of Japan (SAJ) took place onJune 18 and elected 19 new directors. Subsequently, the 642nd
board of directors’ meeting washeld, and Mr. Kazuo Tsukuda was
appointed as the 34th Chairmanof SAJ. Mr. Tsukuda is concurrently Senior Executive Adviserof Mitsubishi Heavy Industries,
Ltd.

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TERASEA HAWKNEW DIRECTION

APL ANTWERP

Owner: TeraSea Pte Ltd
Builder: Japan Marine United
Corporation, Yokohama Shipyard, Tsurumi Works
Hull No.: 0075
Ship type: Ocean towing salvage tug
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 75.30m x
18.00m x 8.16m x 6.60m
DWT/GT: 3,381t/3,513
Main engine: Wartsila W12V32D
diesel x 2 units
Bollard pull: 200t
Speed, Max.: 16.0kt
Registry: Singapore
Classification: ABS
Completion: May 30, 2013

Owner: New Excel Maritime S.A.
Builder: Mitsui Engineering &Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 1844
Ship type: Bulk carrier
DWT/GT: 56,097t/31,768
Main engine: Mitsui-MAN B&W
6S50MC-C7 diesel x 1 unit
MCO: 9,070kW x 125.0rpm
Speed, service: about 14.5kt
Complement: 24
Classification: NK
Registry: Panama
Delivery: June 12, 2013

Owner: Southern Route Maritime
S.A.
Builder: Koyo Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: S-2387
Ship type: Container carrier
L x B x D x d: 320.37m x 46.0m x24.9m x 14.524m
DWT/GT: 90,647t/87,865
Container carrying capacity:
81,000TEUs
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
11K98ME (Mark 7) diesel x 1
unit
Speed, service: About 25.5kt
Classification: NK
Completion: May 17, 2013

STOVE OCEANORCHID

LOCH MELFORT

Owner: Stove Rederi AS
Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 10641
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 189.99m x
32.26m x 17.87m x 12.568m
DWT/GT: 55,861t/31,864
Main engine: Kawasaki MAN B&W
6S50MC-C Mark7 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.50kt
Registry: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: May 21, 2013

Owner: Nordorchid Navigation
Company Limited
Builder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries Marine & Engineering Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 1377
Ship type: Tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D: 228.60m x 42.00m x
21.50mDWT/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: June 28, 2013

Owner: Sun Fortune Shipping S.A.
Builder: Shin Kurushima Dockyard
Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: S-5775
Ship type: Log bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 176.83m x
28.80m x 14.20m x 9.826m
DWT/GT: 33,300t/21,160
Main engine: 6UEC45LSE-1 diesel
x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.3kt
Registry: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: April 18, 2013

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