No. 370 Apr.- May. 2015

NAMURA completes VLOC, IRON SOUTHERN CROSS

Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. delivered IRON
SOUTHERN CROSS, a 250,993DWT VLOC (very large
ore carrier) built at its Imari Shipyard & Works, to ERICANAVIGATION S.A. on January 9, 2015. This is thecommemorable 20th vessel of a 250,000DWT type VLOC
called “WOZMAX.” The vessel has the most suitableprincipal dimensions that satisfy the restrictions of thethree major ports in Western Australia (WOZ) — Port
Hedland, Port Walcott, and Dampier — known as ironore loading ports. “WOZMAX” can achieve a loading
capacity of 250,000 metric tons at 18m draft.
The vessel was constructed to comply with the latest
requirements of the international regulations. Improved
propulsion performance and fuel oil saving can be achieved
with adoption of the Namura flow Control Fin (NCF) and
Rudder-fin (R-Fin) developed by Namura, optimizing bow
shape, and applying low friction type anti-fouling painton the outer hull. The propulsion system of the vessel isa MAN B&W 7S80MC-C (Mark 7) type main engine witha single fixed pitch propeller of the non-hub vortex andhigh-efficiency type to improve propulsion performance.
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For environmental safety, the vessel is equipped withan air seal type stern tube aft sealing device to prevent oilleakage and ballast water treatment system, and adopts
the tank arrangement for low sulfur fuel oil. The machinery in the engine room is automated on the basis of theNK M0 concept. For the machinery space equipment, thecentralized fresh water cooling system is adopted to easemaintenance. Mooring arrangements satisfy the requirements of Ponta Da Madeira in Brazil. IMO PSPC-WBT isapplied for corrosion protection of water ballast tanks toincrease safety 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 18.00m
DWT/GT:
250,993t/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:
Republic of Liberia
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JMU completes Panamax bulk carrier of G-Series, MACHERASJapan Marine United Corporationdelivered MACHERAS, a G-Series
Panamax bulk carrier, to Lavender
Maritime S.A. at its Maizuru shipyard
on January 15, 2015.
This Panamax bulk carrier of GSeries succeeded in dramaticallyreduction of fuel oil consumption byusing various and comprehensive
measures for energy-saving, so that
GHG (Greenhouse Gas) emission canbe reduced overwhelmingly.
This Panamax bulk carrier haslarger deadweight and cargo hold capacity suitable for carrying grain, bulk
coal and iron ore in its 7 cargo holds,
and has been developed with expertise and vast experience of Japan
Marine United Corporation. SSD (Super Stream Duct) and SURF-BULB(Swept-back Up-thrusting Rudder Fin
with Bulb) equipped in front and behind its propeller, respectively, to im-prove the propuls ion p er for mance. Furthermore, unique
bow shape of
LEADGE-Bow
can reduce theadded resistancedue to waves,and well-refined
shape of superstructure can attain low wind resistance.
Besides the above, compliance with
fuel oil tank protection rule and
MARPOL NOx tier-II for main engine
and application of ballast water treatment system make the vessel moreenvironmentally friendly.
In view of the safety and maintenance of the vessel, CSR (Common
Structural Rules) for bulk carriers and
PSPC (Performance Standard for Pro-

tective Coatings) for ballast watertanks are applied.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B (mld.) x D (mld.) x d (mld.):
229.0m x 32.26m x 20.0m x 14.45m
DWT/GT:
81,000t/43,229
Main engine:MAN B&W 6S60ME-C
diesel x 1 unit
Speed:
14.5ktComplement:
25
Classification:LRS

MHI and Kanda jointly complete 11,000GT roll on/off cargo ship, HIDAKA
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
(MHI) and Kanda Shipbuilding Co.,
Ltd. (Kanda) have jointly completed
the HIDAKA, an 11,000GT-class rollon/off type cargo ship, and delivered
the vessel to the owner, Kinkai Yusen
Kaisha Ltd. on January 28, 2015. Under the collaborative project, MHI developed the principal design and highefficiency underwater hull form.
Kanda carried out the following detail design, construction, and deliveryof the vessel.
The vessel was designed as a highspeed Ro/Ro cargo ship with a loading capacity of 161 13m-long chassis
and 109 passenger cars. The vessel
has three chassis decks and one pas-

senger car deck and is equipped witha 7m wide stern and bow ramp doors
on the starboard side and two
hoistable hold ramp ways to facilitateroll-on and roll-off cargo handling. The
adoption of a bow thruster, two stern
thrusters, a reaction-type hanging
rudder and a controllable-pitch propeller ensures efficient maneuverability in ship operation at harbors andsea. A pair of fin stabilizers is provided
to reduce rolling and protect cargoes.
The electronically controlled lowspeed main diesel engine enables
low fuel consumption and low NOx
emissions.
The HIDAKA is the first vessel ofthree new buildings and is now plying a domestic
route between
Tsuruga, Fukui,
and Tomakomai,
Hokkaido.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.)x B (mld.) x D(upper deck) x d(mld.): 179.90m x 171.00m x
27.00m x 23.27m x 6.80m
DWT/GT: 6,300t/11,185 (Japanese
tonnage)
Main Engine: MAN B&M 9S50MEC8.2 diesel x 1 unitMR:
14,940kW x 127min-1
1 set
CPP:
23.0ktSpeed, service:
Classification: JG, restricted greater
coasting service
Japan
Registry:
Vehicle loading capacity
161 units
13m-long chassis:
109 units
Passenger cars:
Complement
12
Passengers:
15
Crew members:
Cargo handling equipment
Stern ramp door (3 Deck): 1 set
1 set
Bow ramp door (3 Deck):
Hoistable-hold ramp way: 2 sets
(2-3 & 3-4 decks)
Fixed ramp way: 1 set (1-2 deck)
Diesel generators: 1,250kW x 4 units
1 set
Bow thruster:
2 setsStern thruster:
1 set
Fin stabilizer:

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Paving the way for hydrogen supply chain

Kawasaki starts testing Japan’s 1st industrial hydrogen liquefaction system
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
has started testing a hydrogen liquefaction system based on its own proprietary technology. The hydrogen liquefaction plant with a production capacity of five tons has been installedin Kawasaki’s Harima Works in
Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The liquefaction plant mainly consists of a hydrogen liquefaction machine and atank specially designed to store liquefied hydrogen.
Kawasaki will test the system’s

An image of 160,000m3 LH2 carrier

performance, reliability, maintainability, etc. and make technological improvements leading to possible commercialization, targeting developmentof a larger, more efficient liquefaction
system to promote widespread use ofhydrogen energy. Hydrogen is now
expected to become a primary sourceof energy in the future. Now that fuelcell vehicles are scheduled to belaunched in the market by the end of
this year, use of hydrogen is expected
to dramatically increase. Therefore,
efficient transportation andstorage systems
are necessary tobring a large
amount of hydrogen to the market.
Kawasaki isworking to develop and com-

H2 Liquefaction test plant

mercialize the infrastructure technologies needed to build a complete supply chain, ranging from production totransportation, storage, and use ofhydrogen. Mass transport and storage is the key technology besides thehydrogen liquefaction system. Kawasaki is moving forward with developing and commercializing a liquidhydrogen carrier and storage tanks.
(See “LH2 carrier construction approval: Kawasaki obtains ClassNK
Aip for LH2 cargo containment system” on Page 4 for SEA-Japan No.
364)

MES delivers 66,000DWT type bulk carrier, BULK CASTOR
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding
Co., Ltd. (MES) completed and delivered a 66,000DWT type bulk carrier
BULK CASTOR (HN: 1891) at its
Tamano Works on 15th January,
2015 to Venus Ocean Navigation S.A.,
Panama. This is the sixth ship of MES“neo66BC,” a wide beam shallow draft
vessel of the new generation ship.
1. The vessel has five cargo holds andfour cranes for handling cargo, andkeeps the superior usability of“Mitsui 56.”
2. The ship is designed to haveenough deadweight more than
66,000 metric tons and capacity
more than 82,800 cubic meters forloading various cargoes like coal,ore, grain, as well as lengthy/heavy
cargoes such as steel pipe and hot coil.
3. Fuel oil consumption is less thanthat of a conventional Supramax
bulk ca r rier despite its
enlargement.
4. As a result of research work ofinterviews with ship owners andoperators, investigations on ports

all over the world and present tradepatterns, wide beam (overPanamax) and shallow draft makeit possible to have wide flexibility
for operations and high transport
efficiency.
5. The new hull form makes it
possible to keep good performancein rough sea conditions as well as
calm sea conditions and shows
better maneuverability.
6. The size of hatch opening is thelargest for this type of vessel interms of both length and width.
7. Main Engine, MITSUI-MAN
B&W Diesel Engine 7S50MEB9.3, complying with MARPOLNO x restriction (Tier-II) for
exhaust gas emissions, gives
superior fueloil consumption over wide
range ofoutput.
8. Consideringstrengthened
restriction for
SOx, the ship

has low sulfur fuel oil tanks, which
are designed for operation in ECA(Emission Control Areas).
9. T he ve s s el i s de s i g ne d i naccordance with IACS Common
Structural Rules.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B x D: 199.99m x 36.00m x
18.45mDWT/GT:
66,624t/38,227
Main engine:
Mitsui-MAN B&W
7S50ME-B9.3 diesel x 1 unit
MCO:
8,470kW
Speed, service:
About 14.5kt
Complement:
25
Classification:
NK
Registry:
Republic of Panama
Delivery:January 15, 2015

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MHI completes 35,000GT-class domestic RoPax ferry, IZUMI
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
(MHI) delivered the IZUMI, a
35,000GT-class domestic RoPax ferry,to the owner, Hankyu Ferry Co., Ltd.,on January 15, 2015. The vessel was
designed and built at the Shimonoseki
Shipyard & Machinery Works of MHI,
and is now plying a Seto Inland-sea
route between Shin-Moji and IzumiOtsu.
This vessel uses technical configurations designed for eco-friendly energy saving, including a dual-hybrid
propulsion system developed by MHI.
The system consists of two main medium-speed marine diesel engines todrive the conventional twin-shaft controllable pitch propellers (CPP) andshaft generators used as accelerators.
With the dual operation mode of the
shaft generators and accelerators, themain engine can maintain high efficiency over a wide power range, andthe fuel consumption can be reduced
greatly.

The Mitsubishi Air Lubrication System(MALS) is applied to the vessel. The MALS is
MHI’s proprietary technologythat reduces frictional resistance
between the ship hull and seawaterby introducing a layer of air bubbles
blown from the ship's bottom.
For amenity of passengers, various
public spaces and private rooms forthe passengers are designed with thetheme of “Wa no Omotenashi (Japanese style hospitality)” and “Four seasons in Japan.” Enhanced facilities
include a panoramic view from thebow and an open-air bath.
Principal particulars
Length (o.a.):about 195.0m
Length (b.p.):
179.60m
Breadth (mld.):29.60mDepth (mld.):
20.60mDraught (mld.):
6.70m
GT:
15,897 (Japanese tonnage)
about 35,300 (International tonnage)
Main engines: Wartsila 12V38C diesel x 2 unitsMR:
8,700kW/unit
CPP:
2 units
Speed, service:
23.5ktCargo loading capacity: 277 trucks
188 carsComplement:
643 passengers
35 crew members
Classification:
JG
Registry:Japan

Naikai completes 37,700 DWT general cargo ship, AFRICAN ROOK
Naikai Zosen Corporation completed construction of the 37,700DWT
general cargo ship, AFRICAN ROOK,
for the ship owner, African Rook Shipping Co. Ltd., at the Setoda Workson February 16, 2015. This cargo ship
has been built with double-side shells
for every cargo hold as the most advanced version for better safety in ship
operation.
The double-side shell construction
ensures stronger structural performance and better stability against
external damage than the conventional cargo ship as well as easier
maintenance inside the cargo holds.

Should external damage occur, theinner shell of the vessel can prevent
loss or outflow of cargoes and maintain the quality of cargoes. This construction complies with the international regulations and protects the fueloil tanks for marine conservation.
Designed with a wide beam andshallow draught, the ship can enter
ports with shallow water and navigate
rivers, channels, and lakes. For securing course-keeping stability, the ship
is designed with an adequate rudderarea and a special stern form. The
vessel has a versatile cargo-loading
capacity for grains, coal, ore, steel
products, andlumbers, etc. Of
the total fivecargo holds, theNos. 2 through 4
holds are the boxs h ap e d t y p e.
Four 30t deck
cranes and wide
hatch openings

facilitate handling of particularly
lengthy cargoes. Lumber loading capacity has been increased by the mostsuitable arrangement of ballast tanks.
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 seaworthy bow design alsoenables economical ship operation.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 183.00m
x 177.00m x 30.60m x 14.50m x 10.00m
DWT/GT:
37,700t/23,750
Cargo hold capacity:
47,125.3m3(grain)Main engine: Hitachi-MAN B&W
6S46ME-B8.3 diesel x 1 unit
D.C.S.O.:
5,690kW x 107.0 min-1
Speed, service:
About 14.1kt
Complement:
25
Classification:
ABS
Registry:
PanamaCompletion:
February 16, 2015

No. 370 Apr.- May. Page 5

Sanoyas completes Handy Cape bulker, CIELO D’ ITALIA
Sanoyas Shipbuilding Corporationdelivered the 117,000DWT Handy
Cape bulk carrier, CIELO D’ ITALIA(HN: 1315), ordered by Clio Marine
Inc., to d'Amico Dry Limited February 3, 2015. The carrier was constructed at the Sanoyas Mizushima
Shipyard.
The carrier is the first of the newversion of Sanoyas 117,000DWT
Handy Cape bulk carrier series. The
vessel has large deadweight and cargohold capacity, and has improved fuelconsumption by 10% compared withthe previous version of the 120,000
DWT type featuring 10% improvement in fuel efficiency from the existing design. For improvement of propulsion efficiency, the vessel isequipped with low-speed and ultralong stroke electronically controlledmain engine combined with a highefficiency propeller and moreover associated energy saving devices suchas Sanoyas developed “STF” (Sanoyas
Tandem-Fin (patent): max. 6% energy
saving) on the stern shell and highly
efficient appendages on the rudder,which also contribute to the reductionof C O 2 em i s sions.
Eco-friendly
features are ensured with various countermeasures such as thema in eng ine
complying with
the NO x emission Tier II limit
for the prevention of air pollution, theBallast Water Treatment System, andfuel oil tank protection for the conservation of the marine environment. In
addition, independent holding tanks
for accommodation discharges, dirty
hold bilge, and rainwater on the upper deck are provided.
For efficient cargo handling, cargo
hatches are widened as much as possible and the same width hatches areprovided from Nos. 1 through 7. Dedicated fresh water tanks are installed
for storing hold-washing water generated by a large capacity fresh water
generator. For improvement of thevessel’s maintenance, access trunks
are arranged from the upper deck to

the double bottom even under theladen condition.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 245.00m
x 241.60m x 43.00m x 21.60m x
15.626m
DWT/GT:
117,438t/63,087
Cargo hold capacity:
135,644m3(grain)Main engine: MAN B&W 6G60MEC9.2 diesel x 1 unit
11,010kw
MCO:
Speed, service: About 14.5kt (at c.s.o.
with 15% sea margin)
25
Complement:
Republic of Panama
Registry:
ABS
Classification:
February 3, 2015
Delivery:

JSEA participates in NOR-SHIPPING 2015
The 25th NOR-SHIPPING 2015
(The 25th International Shipping
Exhibition) will take place at the
Lillestrom Exhibition Centre in
Lillestrom for four days from June 2
through 5. This event is organized by
the Norway Trade Fairs (NORGESVAREMESSE) and is sponsored by
the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association and organizations related to themaritime industry. The Japan Ship
Exporters’ Association consisting of 10
Japanese shipbuilders will participate
in the exhibition with the financial
support of The Nippon Foundationand in cooperation with The Shipbuilders' Association of Japan. JSEA
will use a 220m 2 exhibition area
where Japanese shipbuilding technology will be presented. Particular ship
hull forms andnewly developed
ship designs will
be introducedwith photographs, a liquid
crystal display(LCD) systemand two 120-inchs c r e en s . T he
JSEA and theJapan Ship Ma-

chinery & Equipment Association(JSMEA), with a stand of 220m2 next
to the JSEA stand, will form the Japan Stand. The JSEA will also hold areception at the Radisson Blu
Scandinavia Hotel in Oslo on June 3
hosted by the Japanese ambassador
to Norway and the President of JSEA
(by invitation only).
Exhibitors:
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.

No. 370 Apr.- May. Page 6

SBI SAMBAGOLDEN KATHRINECEMTEX HUNTER

Owner: Wisdom Marine Lines S.A.
Builder: Imabari Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D: 228.95m x 35.00m x
19.90mDWT/GT: 84,867t/45,200
Main engine: Mitsui-MAN B&W
6S60ME-C7.1, 2-cycle diesel x 1
unit
Speed, service: About 14.5kt
Classification: NK
Completion: January 23, 2015

Owner: Front Fuji Inc.
Builder: Japan Marine United Corporation
Hull No.: 5004
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D: 292.0m x 45.00m x
24.55mDWT/GT: 182,000t/93,200
Main engine: MAN B&W 7S65ME-C
diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 15.05kt
Classification: ABS
Registry: Hong Kong
Completion: January 16, 2015

Owner: U-Ming Marine Transport
Corporation
Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 10753
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 228.41m x 36.50m
x 19.89m x 12.028m
DWT/GT: 85,066t/46,935
Main engine: Mitsui-MAN B&W
6S60ME-C8.2 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.00kt
Registry: Republic of ChinaClassification: CR/NK
Completion: October 31, 2014

ALFA BALTICA

MTM PENANG

BASIC CHALLENGER

Owner: Shinobu Shipping Company
LimitedBuilder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries
Marine & Engineering Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 1380
Ship type: Tanker
L (p.p.) x B x D: 224.64m x 42.00m x
21.45mDWT/GT: 106,200t/57,312
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
6S60ME-C8 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: About 15.0kt
Classification: LR
Completion: February 27, 2015

Owner: Forever Shipping S.A.
Builder: Shin Kurushima Dockyard
Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 5822
Ship type: Chemical tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 143.02m x 24.6m x
13.2m x 10.1m
DWT/GT: 22,413t/13,122
Main engine: Kobe diesel
6UEC45LSE-1 diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.0kt
Registry: Singapore
Classification: NK
Completion: February 20, 2015

Owner: Venus Ocean Navigation S.A.
Builder: Saiki Heavy Industries Co.,
Ltd., Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 664
Ship type: Super box shaped bulker
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 177.80m x 28.60m
x 15.00m x 10.85m
DWT/GT: 36,936t/22,866
Main engine: Mitsubishi 6UEC45LSE(Derating type) diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: About 14.7kt
Registry: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: December 17, 2014

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