No. 350 Dec. - Jan. 2012

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Kawasaki completes newly-developed LNG carrier ENERGY HORIZON
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
completed construction of the newlydeveloped 177,000m3 LNG carrier
ENERGY HORIZON (HN: 1664) fordelivery to Tokyo LNG Tanker Co.,Ltd. and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki
Kaisha (NYK Line) on September 2,2011.
The ENERGY HORIZON is theworld’s largest MOSS-type LNG carrier capable of carrying 177,000m3 of
LNG as well as the first carrier of thisnew series. Its predecessor as
Kawasaki’s standard type is the
147,000m3 class carrier that features
superior propulsion efficiency and theadvantage of being able to call at major LNG terminals worldwide. The
new 177,000m3 version has the same
performance level quality despite its
increased LNG carrying capacity.
The propulsion system of the carrier uses the Kawasaki reheat cycle
plant, or Kawasaki Advanced ReheatTurbine Plant (Kawasaki URA plant),
and this is the world’s first LNG carrier to be powered by this system.
Steam generated by the main boiler
is first led into the high-pressure turbine and returns to the boiler for reheating. Reheated steam is introduced
into the medium-pressure turbine.
Employment of the reheat cycle servesto greatly improve thermal efficiency

by increasing thesteam temperature and pressure high. The
fuel consumption
can decrease by
15% comparedwith the conventional steam turbine plant.
Four MOSS
type independent spherical tanks provide a large
LNG transport capacity of 177,000m3
The cargo tank compartment consistsof double side shells and bottoms toprotect the LNG tanks from direct
damage even if the outer shell is damaged in an accident.
The ENERGY HORIZON uses theKawasaki panel heat insulation system maintaining the boil-off gas rate
at about 0.1% per day.
The wheelhouse has advanced integrated electronic navigation devices
and equipment, which were previously installed separately. It has further improved functions for ship operation. Windows around thewheelhouse provide a panoramic viewof 360 degrees, allowing one-man operation during ocean navigation.
Cargo-handling operations are remotely controlled from the cargo han-dling room located in front of the accommodation quarters, where theKawasaki Integrated Automation
System (IAS) is installed to monitor
and control cargo handling operation.
This system is also installed in theengine room for monitoring engine
conditions.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: about
300.00m x 286.50m x 52.00m x28.00m x 11.65m
DWT/GT:87,257t/141,136
Cargo tank capacity: 177,440m3 (at 163oC, 100%)
Main engine: Kawasaki URA-450 reheat cycle turbine plant x 1 unit
MCR:
29,890kW x 76rpm
Speed, service:
about 19.5kt
Complement:
44
Classification:
NK

Universal completes Panamax bulk carrier NAVIOS MARCO POLO
Universal Shipbuilding Corporation delivered the 80,000DWT bulk
carrier, NAVIOS MARCO POLO, atthe Maizuru Shipyard on Sept. 29,
2011.
The vessel is the 16th delivery of
the newly designed Panamax typebulk carrier and has the largest dead-weight and cargo hold capacity withvarious independent technology despite the restriction of the overall
length for the Panamax type bulk carrier.
The bow shape, called Leadge-Bow,
reduces the added wave resistance not
only under a laden condition but also
when in ballast.
The newly developed Leadge-bow
achieves superior performanceat sea to the AxBow that is usedby more than 90vessels.
The vessel,

equipped with the Surf-Bulb (a rudder fin with bulb) behind the propeller and the SSD (Super Stream Duct)in front of the propeller, is higher in
propulsion efficiency and consumes
less energy.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 225m x
222m x 32.26m x 20m x 14.38m
DWT/GT:80,647t/42,711
Cargo hold capacity:
95,980m3
Main engine:MAN B&W 7S50MC-C
diesel x 1 unit
Sea speed:
14.6ktComplement:
25
Classification:NK
Completion:
Sept. 29, 2011

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MES delivers 177,000 DWT Dunkerque-max bulker CAPE CELTIC
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding
Co., Ltd. (MES) completed and delivered the 177,000 DWT type bulk carrier CAPE CELTIC (HN. 1732) at its
Chiba Works on September 29, 2011.
This carrier is the eighth of theCapesize bulk carrier of Dunkerquemax Type having cargo hold construction of double-side skins. It contributes to effective cargo handling, easy
maintenance of cargo holds and structural safety.
In spite of cargo holds bounded by
the double-side skins in accordancewith SOLAS, the cargo capacity of theship is equivalent to that of conventional Capesize bulk carriers withholds bounded by a single-side skin.
The carrier was designed in accordance with IACS URS25 so that loading flexibility has been secured andstructural safety has been improved.
Suitable arrangement of means ofaccess required by SOLAS facilitatessafe and effective inspection in cargoholds and ballast tanks.
Safety is improved by installing aforecastle and conforming to applying
new requirements concerning reservebuoyancy of ships.
The main engine of the ship is a
MITSUI-MAN B&W 6S70MC-C diesel, which satisfies IMO Environment
Standards for Exhaust Gas andachieves greater fuel saving by optimum matching at normal service output. An electronically controlled cylinder oiling system is applied to themain engine for further operational
cost saving.
Fuel oil tanks comply with the MARPOL regulations on oil fuel tank protection to prevent marine pollution.
Ballasting and deballasting work

can be efficiently done by separationof the topside tank and the bottom sidetank.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D: 292.00m x
282.00m x 44.98m x 24.70m
DWT/GT: 178,342t/92,249
Main engine:
Mitsui-MAN B&W
6S70MC-C diesel x 1 unit
MCO:
18,660kW x 91rpm
Speed:
15.3ktComplement:
28Classification:NK
Port of Registry:
PanamaDelivery:Sept. 29, 2011

MHI completes 298,000T VLCC HAKUSAN
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
(MHI) completed construction of the298,000DWT VLCC HAKUSAN(HN: 2266), and successfully delivered
the tanker to Taurus Transport & Marine S.A. (MOL) at its Nagasaki Shipyard & Machinery Works on August1, 2011.
The HAKUSAN is a new genera-tion double hull VLCC designed tohave the maximum cargo carrying
capability within the size limitationsof the Strait of Malacca and main
Japanese tanker berths. The latest
MHI ship designing technologies andMitsubishi reaction fin contribute toexcellent propulsive performance.
Hull structure is designed and con-structed in accordance with the Common Structural Rules (CSR), andPainting Specifications and PaintingStandards for ballast tanks are alsoin accordance with the rule and guidance for Performance Standards forProtective Coatings (PSPC). Permanent Means of Access (PMA) is designed and provided in accordancewith the specified classification requirements.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 333.00m
x 324.00m x 60.00m x 29.10m x20.80m (mld.)
DWT/GT:305,350t/160,059
Main engine: Mitsubishi-UE
7UEC85LSII diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
27,020kW
Speed, service:abt. 15.5kt
Complement:
36
Classification:NK
Completion:
Aug. 1, 2011

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Sanoyas completes PANAMAX bulker YASA H.MULLA
Sanoyas Hishino Meisho Corp. delivered the PANAMAX bulk carrier
YASA H. MULLA to Ya-Sa Shipping
Industry and Trading S.A. on October 5, 2011, the construction order forwhich had been received through Mitsubishi Corporation. The bulker had
been built at the Mizushima Worksand Shipyard.
The vessel is the 25th of the83,000DWT type PANAMAX bulk carrier series developed by Sanoyas, featuring the largest deadweight and cargohold capacity in the world for a PANAMAX bulk carrier as well as complying with the Common Structural Rules(CSR) set forth by International Association of Classification Societies.
Increased propulsion efficiency ofthe vessel is achieved using a lowspeed and long-stroke main engine
combined with a high-efficiency propeller and a Sanoyas-developed energy-saving device called STF (Sanoyas-Tandem-Fin (patent): max. 6%
energy saving) on stern shell, which

also contributes
to the reductionof CO2 emission.
Cargo hatches
are widened asmuch as possible
for efficient cargohandling. Dedicated fresh watertanks are provided for storinghold washingwater generated by a large capacity
fresh water generator. In addition, a
special fuel oil heating system is applied for fuel oil storage tanks to avoid
cargo damage by overheating andsave the steam consumption.
With a view to protection of environment, various countermeasures
such as fuel oil tanks of double hull
structures, holding tank for accommodation discharges and dirty hold bilge,
independent bilge segregation systemfor engine room, are incorporated.
Principal particulars

L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 229.00mx 224.00m x 32.24m x 20.20m x
14.598m
DWT/GT:
83,482t/44,367
Cargo hold capacity:96,121m3 (grain)
Main engine:MAN B&W 6S60MC-C
diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
10,740kW
Speed, service: about 14.0kt (at C.S.O.
with 15% sea margin)
Classification:NK
Complement:
24
Flag of registry:
TurkeyOshima completes J-OPEN type general cargo carrier PUFFIN ARROW
Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. delivered the 62,967DWT box shaped
general cargo carrier PUFFIN ARROW to Intersky Shipping Corp. on
July 22, 2011.
The vessel belongs to a “J-OPEN
type general cargo carrier” series. It
has eight open-hatch type cargo holds
and is equipped with four sets of jib
cranes instead of gantry cranes.
The J-OPEN type features efficientand quick loading and unloading fora variety of cargoes such as wooden
pulp, packaged lumber, hot coils, con-tainers, grains, ore, coal, aluminum
ingots, sulfur, and other bale or bulk
items.
Cargo holds with completelysquare hatch corners and flush bulkhead surfaces facilitate smooth handling of unitized cargoes. A dehumidifier is installed to keep special cargo
items including wooden pulp and roll
paper dry.
Large capacity 40t jib deck cranes
and high-lift end rolling type piggy
back hatch covers serve to reduce thetime required for loading and unloading work.
A double-hullstructure provided for fuel oil
tanks and diesel
oil tanks prevents
oil spills in case ofdamage. A bow
thruster and ahigh-lift rudder
offer effective maneuvering in port.

The use of the Seaworthy Bow has
resulted in excellent seaworthiness,with improved speed performance
under rough weather conditions andabout 5% power saving compared withthe ordinary bulbous bow.
The vessel can achieve a decreasein fuel consumption by the use of anew optimized hull form and a set of
the Flipper-Fins, which contributes toa further increase propulsive efficiency.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 199.98m
x 196.00m x 32.26m x 19.22m x
13.507m
DWT/GT:
62,967t/36,925
Loading capacity:
70,312m3
Main engine: Kawasaki MAN B&W
6S50MC-C (Mk8) diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
8,605kW x 110.0rpm
Speed, service:14.55kt
Classification:NK
Completion:
July 22, 2011

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Imabari completes bulk carrier SANKO PARTNER
Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
completed construction of the 181,399
DWT bulk carrier SANKO PARTNER (HN: S-8109), and delivered thevessel at the Saijo Shipyard on October 3, 2011.
The vessel is a single-screw diesel
driven and oceangoing bulk carrier tocarry coal and ore cargoes and has asuitable size calling at the Port ofDunkerque.
The vessel has nine holds and nine
hatches, and No. 6 hold can be used
as a ballast hold. The Nos. 2, 4 and 8
holds can be used as ballast holds
when in a port to adjust the trim anddraught of the vessel during loading
and unloading work.
The vessel is provided with siderolling type hatch covers, which areoperated with anelectric motor
and a chain drive
system.
The vessel isequipped with anenergy saving
device installedon the leadingedge of the rudder. This contributes to environment-friendly
and economical operation.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 291.98m
x 283.80m x 45.00m x 24.70m x
18.214m
DWT/GT:
181,399t/92,746
Cargo hold capacity:
201,243m3

Main engine: Hitachi-MAN B&W
6S70MC-C diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
18,660kW x 91.0rpm
Speed, service:
15.15kt
Complement:
28
Classification:
ABS
Delivery:Oct. 3, 2011

Naikai completes 37,800DWT general cargo ship SANTA SERENA
Naikai Zosen Corporation completed construction of the 37,800DWT
general cargo ship SANTA SERENAfor delivery to Ansei Bulk Carrier S.A.
at the Setoda Works on August 29,2011.
The vessel has been constructed to
the latest design employing doubleside shells for every cargo hold, providing strengthened ship construction
and greater stability against external
damage than the conventional cargo
ship.
Should an external damage occur,
the inner shell of the vessel can prevent loss or outflow of cargoes, andsecure the quality of cargoes. Fuel oil

tanks are also protected by double side
shells conforming to the international
regulations. This contributes to environmental conservation.
The vessel has a broad beam andshallow draught, which are helpful inentering shallow ports and navigating rivers, channels and lakes. Anadequate rudder area gives the course
keeping stability to the vessel despite
the broad beam.
The SANTA SERENA can beloaded with grains, coal, ores, sulfur,cement, lime stone, steel products, andlumber. Lengthy cargoes can beloaded in a cargo hold or on the upperdeck.

The cargo hold compartment consists of five holds. The Nos. 2 through4 holds are box- ones, mounted withfour 30t deck cranes. Wide hatch openings allow loading of lengthy cargoes
and facilitate cargo loading and unloading.
The vessel, as an eco-ship, uses thelatest energy-saving type low-speed
main engine, a large-diameter propeller SSD (Super Stream Duct) and a
Surf-Bulb (Rudder Fin with Bulb) for
increased fuel efficiency. Moreover, asharp-edged bow called the Ax-Bow
is employed to improve seakeeping
performance.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 184.75m
x 177.00m x 30.60m x 14.50m x9.55m
DWT/GT:
38,238t/23,857
Cargo hold capacity:
47,235.9m3
Main engine:Hitachi-B&W 6S46MCC (Mark7) diesel x 1 unit
NCR: 6,100kW x 107.2 min -1(D.C.S.O.)
Speed, service:
about 14.3kt
Classification:
NK
Registry:
PanamaCompletion:
Aug. 29, 2011

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ELVIRA BULKERTAKAOKA

Owner: LB Ship Owner II A/S
Builder: The Hakodate Dock Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 843
Ship type: Bulk Carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 175.53m x 29.40mx 13.70m x 9.64m
DWT/GT: 31,858t/19,812
Main engine: Mitsubishi6UEC45LSE diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.4kt
Classification: NK
Complement: 24
Completion: Sept. 22, 2011

Owner: Rebun Shipping Pte. Ltd.
Builder: IHI Marine United Inc.
Hull No.: 3316
Ship type: VLCC
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 333.00m x 60.00m
x 28.50m
DWT/GT: abt. 310,000t/158,051
Main engine: DU-WARTSILA 7RTflex84T-D diesel x 1 unit
MCR: 27,160kW x 70.1rpm
Flag: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: Sept. 22, 2011

RICH DUCHESS II

SUNDA SEA

Owner: Inter Ocean Maritime S.A.
Builder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries
Marine & Engineering Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 1368
Ship type: Tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D: 228.60m x 42.00m x
21.50mDWT/GT: 105,000t/56,000
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
6S60MC-C diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: About 14.8kt
Classification: LR
Completion: Sept. 9, 2011

Owner: Venetia Shipping Limited
Builder: Sasebo Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: S-772
Ship type: Crude oil carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 243.80m x
42.00m x 21.50m x 15.713m
DWT/GT: 114,531t/59,180
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W6S60MC-C diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 15.1kt
Registration: Singapore
Classification: ABS
Completion: Sept. 27, 2011

BAOSTEELEMOTION
Owner: Canopus Maritime Inc.
Builder: Namura Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 327
Ship type: Ore carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 319.00m x 54.00m
x 25.10m x 18.10m
DWT/GT: 226,434t/119,446
Main engine: MHI 6UEC85LSII diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: abt. 15.10kt
Classification: NK
Complement: 25
Completion: Sept. 16, 2011

Cover Photo

A sunset over the Tsugaru Strait
on a day when a 32,000DWT typebulk carrier was put to a sea trial.
The vessel was built by The Hakodate Dock Co., and the photo
was taken by a trial staff member from the bridge.

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