No. 346 Apr. - May 2011

New Mitsui 110BC Series

MES completes NORD HERCULES, 110,000DWT bulk carrier
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding
Co., Ltd. (MES) completed the110,000DWT bulk carrier, NORDHERCULES (HN: 1817), at its Chiba
Works for delivery to Clio Marine Inc.,
Liberia, on Jan. 21, 2011. This is thefirst ship of the MES overPanamax typebulk carrier series.
This series is newly designed aiming for better efficiency in the marinetransport of iron ore, coal and grain inview of the future expansion of thePanama Canal. New regulations are incorporated for better environmental
performance, greater flexibility in operation, and safer construction.
The vessel is designed as anoverPanamax type to have broader versatility satisfying the harbor regulations of major coal unloading ports
while maximizing its deadweight.
Mooring equipment matches the facilities of iron ore loading ports in Brazil.
The structural strength and cargo holdcapacity can accommodate the expectedcargoes such as iron ore, coal, and grain.
The ship design also complies with the Common Structural Rules for bulk carriers (CSR-B) of the International
Association of Classification Societies (IACS), achieving
both structural safety and operational freedom.
Energy saving can be achieved by employing the mostadvanced bow and stern forms, a high efficiency propeller,
and other energy-saving devices. Enhanced safety is assured by satisfying new regulations for forecastle arrangement and bow part reserve buoyancy. Arrangement of fixed
inspection devices and portable ladders in the cargo holds
and ballast tanks based upon the SOLAS regulations has
increased the safety of the ship. The ship meets the fuel oiltank protection regulations of the MARPOL convention
and has a sewage tank to protect the marine environment.
The main engine is a compact and high-powered MITFor further information please contact:

SUI-MAN B&W 6S60MC-C diesel, which satisfies IMO
environment standards for exhaust emissions.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D: 240.00m x 233.00m x 43.00m x20.70m
DWT/GT:
110,944t/60,997
Main engine: MITSUI-MAN B&W Diesel Engine 6S60MCC diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
13,560kW x 105rpm
Speed:
14.5ktComplement:
25
Classification:
NKRegistry:
PanamaDelivery:Jan. 21, 2011Website: http://www.jsea.or.jp

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IHIMU completes Handymax bulk carrier, JEWEL OF DUBAI
IHI Marine United Inc. has delivered the Future 56 (F56) type Handymax bulk carrier, JEWEL OF DUBAI(Hull No. 3301) to Sun Cordia Marine
S.A. at its Kure Shipyard.
The Future 56 series was developedfor flexible operation for worldwide
trade with five cargo holds and fourdeck cranes, which can load various
cargoes such as coal, ore, grain, steel
products, etc.
For the sake of superior economical operation, the vessel is equippedwith the electronically controlled main
engine (Flex Engine). By adjusting
fuel injection and exhaust valves atsuitable timing, the engine can control combustion conditions regardlessof any loaded condition. These mechanisms enhance the decrease in fuel oil
consumption as well as emissions ofpollutants.
To achieve good propulsion performance, economical operation, andgood maneuverability, IHIMU designed the vessel with sophisticatedTo our readers• Please notify us of any changein address by letter, telefax, orE-mail together with the oldmailing label to ensure you continue to receive SEA-Japan.
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technology such as CFD analysis, 3DFEM ship-model analysis, walkthrough simulation, and the equipment installation simulation utilizing
CIM system “Ajisai” that IHIMU developed.
Principal particulars:
L (o.a.) x B x D: 190.00m x 32.26m x

18.10mDWT/GT:
abt. 55,800t/31,600
Main engine: DU-WARTSILA 6RTflex50 x 1 unitMCR:
8,890kW x 116.0rpm
Classification:NK
Completion:
Jan. 31, 2011

Imabari completes “IS” BARI-STAR,38,000DWT type bulker
Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
completed construction of the NORDIMABARI (HN:S-761), a 38,271DWT
double hull bulk carrier called “IS”
BARI-STAR, and delivered the vessel to its owner, I.M.S. MARITIME
S.A., at the Imabari Shipyard on Oct.
8, 2010.
The vessel has the double side skinconstruction for cargo holds and fueloil tanks to reduce flooding risk due
to side damage. Designed to be suitable for loading grain, the cargo holds
have top side tanks, and wide tank
top areas are provided without hopper parts. The vessel has five wide
hatches with folding type hatch covers and four deck cranes to facilitatecargo-handling work.
For high propulsion efficiency, thevessel uses the energy saving device
called the “hybrid fin,” which is a twodimensional aerofoil fin and asymmetric aerofoil fins located behind the propeller.
Principal particulars
L (o.a) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 179.97m
x 173.00m x 29.80m x 15.00m x
10.536mDWT/GT:
38,271t/23,264
Cargo hold capacity:
47,125 m3
Main engine: Makita-Mitsui-MAN
B&W 6S46MC-C (Mk 7) diesel x 1
unit
MCR:
7,860kW x 129rpm
Speed, service:
14.7ktComplement:
25
Classification:NK
Delivery:Oct. 8, 2010

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Kawasaki delivers 5th 180,000DWT bulker to Lucky Harvest Shipping
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
delivered the 182,674DWT bulk carrier,
FRONTIER CORONET (HN: 1669), toLucky Harvest Shipping S.A., on Jan.
1, 2011. The vessel is the fifth Dunkerquemax type developed by Kawasaki,
which has maximised cargo loading capacity for the ship size limited to entering the Port of Dunkerque, France. The
FRONTIER CORONET adopts theCommon Structural Rule (CSR) of thehull structural strength required forbulk carriers to increase safety of thevessel.
The vessel uses a fuel-saving maindiesel engine together with highly 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 drastically decreased. Fuel oil tanks aredouble hull construction, and deckmachinery is directly operated by elec-tric power without using hydraulic oil.
Therefore, thepossibility of accidental marine
pollution is decreased in theevent of collision
or damage.
The Performance Standard
for Protective
Coatings (PSPC)
is applied to ballast water tanks forthe improvement of quality of coatings, which provides preventive measures against corrosion of the tanks.
Principal particulars
Owner:Lucky Harvest Shipping S.A.
Builder:Kawasaki Heavy Industries,Ltd.
Hull No.:
1669
Ship type:
Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 292.00mx 288.00m x 45.00m x 24.70m x18.20mDWT/GT:
182,674t/93,286
Main engine: Kawasaki-MAN B&W
6S70MC-C7 diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
17,780kW x 87rpm
Speed, service:
about 15.5kt
Complement:
25
Classification:NK
Delivery:Jan. 11, 2011

35,000GT Luxury ROPAX Ferry, ISHIKARI, now in service
The ISHIKARI is one of the largest and most luxurious ROPAX ferries in Japan built at Mitsubishi
Heavy Industries’ Shimonoseki Shipyard and Machinery Works. The ferry
was delivered to Taiheiyo Ferry Co.,
Ltd. on Mar. 8, 2011 and put into regular service between Nagoya, Sendaiand Tomakomai. Its sister vessel,KISO, built at the same yard in 2005
is also used on the same service routes.
The combination of efficient hull
form and CPP leads to the outstanding propulsive performance. Highmaneuverability is achieved in normal
voyage and harbour operation withtwo propellers, two rudders, and threeside thrusters. A pair of fin-stabilizers decreases the ship rolling motion
in a rough sea. The double hull construction is applied to the fuel oil tanks
to reduce the risk of oil pollution incase of damage.
The ISHIKARI has full state-ofthe-art features to provide comfortable
and interesting voyages to every passenger. In particular, special attention
is given to the reduction of the hull
vibration and noise caused by themain engine and propeller. There is awide variety of white-blue-themed
cabins and public spaces, which aredesigned in theimage of the“Shining AegeanSea”.
In the lounge
MIKONOS, live
shows and concerts are performed by professional artists
on the stage.

Passengers can also enjoy movies
here. In the restaurant SANTORINI,
passengers can have meals with apanoramic ocean view. Some cabins
and public spaces are equipped withvarious barrier-free facilities for thedisabled. Every passenger can enjoy
their onboard trip.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: abt.
199.90m x 188.00m x 27.00m x
20.20m (No.5 Deck) x 6.85m
DWT/GT: 6,792t/35,028
Main engines: JFE 16PC2-6B diesel
x 2 units
MCR:
12,000kW x 600min-1/unit
NOR:
10,200kW x 568min-1/unit
Speed, service:23.0ktComplement
Passengers:
783
Crew:
73
Loading capacity
12m truck:
184 units
8.5m truck:
5 units
Passenger car:47 units
Classification:
JG

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Sanoyas completes Handy-cape bulk carrier, NORD VELA
Sanoyas Hishino Meisho Corp. delivered the 120,000DWT Handy-capebulk carrier, NORD VELA, to Sun
Lanes Shipping S.A. at the Mizushima Works and Shipyard on Jan.
24, 2011. The vessel is the 3rd of theseries of the Sanoyas 120,000DWT
type. This new series features a very
sophisticated hull design of a large
deadweight capacity with shallow
draft and will help promote trade expansion in the coal and iron ore market. The wide beam and shallow draft
will be admitted by ports that restrict
entry of large bulk carriers. So theseries has been named “Handy-cape”
because this is the most flexible Capesize bulker.
For improvement of propulsion efficiency, the vessel is equipped with alow-speed and long-stroke main engine combined with a high-efficiency
propeller. The SANOYAS energy-saving device called “STF” (Sanoyas-Tandem-Fin (patent): max. 6% energysaving) on the stern shell also contributes to the reduction of CO2 emissions.
This vessel applies “CommonStructural Rules” (CSR) by the International Association of Classification
Societies. Considering the environ-mental conservation, various
countermeasures
are incorporated,which include
fuel oil tanks ofdouble hull structure, holdingtank for accommodation discharges, anddirty hold bilge and independent bilge
segregation system for the engine
room. For efficient cargo handling,cargo hatches are widened as muchas possible, and the hatch widths fromthe No. 1 through No. 7 are the same.
Dedicated fresh water tanks areprovided for storing hold washingwater generated by a large capacity
type fresh water generator. A special
fuel oil heating system is applied tofuel oil storage tanks to avoid cargodamage by over-heating and savesteam consumption. Safe maneuverability is achieved with organized arrangements in the wheelhouse together with improved rear visibility.
In addition, wooden furnishings in theaccommodation provide the officers
and crew with comfortable quarters.

Principal particulars
Owner: Sun Lanes Shipping S.A.
Hull No.: 1290
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 245.00mx 238.00m x 43.00m x 21.65m x15.404m
DWT/GT:
119,503mt/64,647
Cargo hold capacity: 135,717m3(grain)Main engine: MAN B&W 6S60MC-C
diesel x 1 unit
MCR:
13,560kW
Speed, service:
about 14.6kt
Complement:
25
Classification:NK
Port of registry:
PanamaDelivery:Jan. 24, 2011

300,000DWT Unimax ore carrier, He Li, completed by Universal
The 300,000 DWT type ore carrier,
He Li, was delivered at the Ariake
Shipyard of Universal Shipbuilding
Corporation on Dec. 22, 2010. The He
Li is the 13th vessel of the new design
series of the Unimax Ore Carrier.
Universal’s Unimax Ore Carrier isoptimized to have the largest capac-

ity of the 300,000 DWT class to enter
major iron ore loading ports in western Australia, with a hull form mostsuitable for deep water ports in Brazil, the largest iron ore shipping country. Adequate hull strength is provided to be applicable to various loading and unloading ports, and every
cargo hold isequipped withthe world’s largest single panel
hatch cover to facilitate cargohandling.
With energy
saving devices ofSurf bulb, SSD
and Ax-bow developed by Universal, the vessel

dramatically improves propulsive efficiency, decreasing fuel consumption
compared with the conventional large
ore carrier.
Universal will flexibly and actively
respond to the diversifying needs intransport of steel material, amidst expected future expansion in marinetransport triggered by the global increase in demand for iron ore.
Principal particulars
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 327.0m x 55.00m x
29.25 m x 21.40 m
DWT/GT:
297,381t / 151,161
Main engine: Hitachi MAN-B&W
6S80MC-C diesel x 1 unit
Sea speed:
14.5 knots
Classification:
NKDelivery:
Dec. 22, 2010

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JSEA participates in NOR SHIPPING 2011
presented. Particular ship hull forms
and newly developed ship designs will
be introduced with the liquid crystal
display (LCD) system and other displays. JSEA will also be holding a reception at the Radisson Blu
Scandinavia Hotel in Oslo on May 25
hosted by the Japanese ambassador
and the President of JSEA (only byinvitation).

The 23rd NOR-SHIPPING 2011(The 23rd International ShippingExhibition) will take place at theLillestrom Exhibition Centre in
Lillestrom for four days from May 24
through 27. This event is organizedby the Norway Trade Fairs (NORGESVAREMESSE) and sponsored by the
Norwegian Shipowners’ Associationand organizations related to the mari-time industry.
The Japan Ship Exporters’ Association consisting of 12 Japanese shipbuilders will participate in the exhibition with the financial support ofThe Nippon Foundation and in cooperation with The Shipbuilders’ Association of Japan. JSEA will use a240m2 exhibition area where Japanese shipbuilding technology will be

Exhibitors:IHI Marine United Inc.
Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Mitsui Engineering & ShipbuildingCo., Ltd.
Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Sanoyas Hishino Meisho Corporation
Sasebo Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.
Shin Kurushima Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Sumitomo Heavy Industries Marine& Engineering Co., Ltd.
Universal Shipbuilding Corporation“Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering in Japan 2011” issued
Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering in Japan 2011 has been
published by the Japan Ship Exporters’ Association (JSEA). The
publication (210mm wide x 285mmtall, four color and 64 pages) outlines
the latest shipbuilding achievements, both ships and advanced
technologies. The details of ships
and shipbuilding technology arecompiled in a CD-ROM for readers’convenience.
Major contents include the Japanese shipbuilding industry, recent
trends in ship technology, newcompletions, new shipbuilding technology, navigation systems, energysaving equipment and systems,
main engines, software for shipbuilding rationalization, and building and repairing facilities, emphasizing technical features and R&D
activities introduced in the last twoyears.

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FRONTIER
KOTOBUKI

ANDROMEDA

KALAMAS

Owner: Argus Shipping Ltd.
Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 10537
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 199.98m x 32.26m
x 18.33m x 12.845m
DWT/GT: 61,501t/33,997
Main engine: KAWASAKI MAN
B&W 6S50MC-C (Mk 7) diesel x 1
unit
Speed, service: 14.5kt
Registration: Majuro
Classification: DNV
Completion: Jan. 7, 2011

Owner: Priscilla Enterprises Inc.
Builder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries
Marine & Engineering Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 1358
Ship type: Tanker
L (o.a.) x B x D: 228.60m x 42.00m x21.50m
DWT/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: January 18, 2011

ROYAL HARMONYWANGARATTA

SUMIHOU

Owner: Venus Ocean Navigation S.A.
Builder: Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd.
Hull No.: 655
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 (ext.)
DWT/GT: 37,000t/22,850
Main engine: Mitsubishi 6UEC45LSEdiesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 15.0kt
Registration: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: Jan. 25, 2011

Owner: Oshima Shipping S.A.
Builder: Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 1442
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 228.99m x
32.26m x 20.05m x 14.429m
DWT/GT: 82,206t/43,012
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
6S60MC-C (Mk 7) diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.5kt
Registration: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: Feb. 8, 2011

Builder: Sasebo Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: S801
Ship type: Bulk carrier
L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 225m x 32.20m x
19.80m x 14.136m (ext.)
DWT/GT: 74,940t/40,341
Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W
7S50MC-C diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.5kt at design draft
Registration: Panama
Classification: NK
Completion: Feb. 10, 2011

Owner: Kotobuki Shipping Corporation, S.A.
Builder: Namura Shipbuilding Co.,Ltd.
Hull No.: 317
Ship type: Bulk carrierL(o.a.) x B x D x d: 289.98m x 45.00mx 24.70m x 18.00m
DWT/GT: 174,810t/91,508
Main engine: Mitsui MAN-B&W
6S70MC-C (Mk 7) diesel x 1 unit
Speed, service: 14.60kt
Classification: NK
Complement: 25
Completion: Jan. 27, 2011

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