NAMURA completes Newcastlemax type bulk carrier, CSK ZEPHYR Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. delivered the CSK ZEPHYR, a 207,805DWT bulk carrier, to Gulf Bulk Car- riers Pte. Ltd. at its Imari Shipyard & Works on Novem- ber 22, 2018. The vessel is the first of the newly developed 208,000DWT type bulk carrier with various features. The principal dimensions of the vessel have been opti- mized to satisfy the restrictions of the Port of Newcastle in Australia. Further improvement of propulsion performance and fuel oil saving were achieved with adoption of energy saving devices, wind forces reduction type superstructure, electronically controlled main engine, and the latest model of high effiiciency propeller. For environmental protection, the vessel is equipped with a main engine and generator engines compliant with the Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78 regulations to reduce NO x emissions (NOx Tier II), the arrangement of fuel oil tanks is designed for usage of low sulfur fuel oil, and an air seal type stern tube sealing device is adopted to reduce the risk of oil leakage. The centralized fresh water cooling system adopted for the machinery space equipment, such as main engine, generator engines, etc., contributes to easy maintenance. The ballast water treatment system to control the quality of ballast water is equipped for protection of the marine environment to comply with the International Conven- tion for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWMS). The vessel has several storage tanks for appropriate management of discharge overboard of living drainage, sewage, rain water and water used for cleaning cargo holds, and to satisfy the port regulations for such discharges. Principal Particulars L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B (mld) x D (mld) x d (mld): 299.95m x 295.70m x 50.00m x 25.00m x 18.30m 207,805t/108,362 DWT/GT: Main engine:    MAN B&W 6G70ME-C9.5 diesel x 1 unit
JMU completes Suezmax tanker, FOLEGANDROS Japan Marine United Corporation (JMU) delivered the Suezmax tanker FOLEGANDROS to OMEGA FOUR MARINE CORP. of OKEANIS ECO TANKERS at the Tsu Shipyard on September 19, 2018. This is the second vessel of the newly developed Suezmax tanker type undertaken after inte- gration of two companies, Universal Shipbuilding and IHIMU. Principal particulars have been optimized to meet the market requirements, while satisfying the restrictions of main ports worldwide. Various latest technologies devel- oped through combined experience in building tankers have been incorpo- rated. Excellent hull performance was achieved by using various and com- prehensive technologies, including the advanced lower resistance hull form and optimized Super Stream  Duct®, Surf-Bulb® and ALV-Fin® energy saving devices. The unique bow shape, called the Ax-Bow®, gives better per- formance in waves, and the super- structure is designed for lower wind resistance. The Energy Effiiciency De- s i g n  I n d e x (EEDI) phase 2, which is  required for vessel con tracted for con- struction on or after 2020, is achieved. The fuel oil consump- tion was further improved by an electronically controlled marine diesel engine, which complies with MARPOL NOx regulation Tier II, and a high effiiciency propeller. To ensure safety and maintenance, the IMO Performance Standard for Protective Coatings (PSPC) is applied for the cargo oil tanks and ballast water tanks. The vessel is also de- signed to comply with further envi- ronmental rules and regulations by installing the Ballast Water Manage- ment System, providing an inventory list of hazardous materials, and other features. Principal particulars L (o.a.) x B x D: 274.30m x 48.00m x 23.15m 159,221t/82,648 DWT/GT: Main engine: MAN-B&W 7S65ME- C8.5 diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: 14.65kt Complement: 28
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Kawasaki delivers 82,200m³ LPG carrier, GENESIS RIVER
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. delivered the GENESIS RIVER  (HN: 1736), a 82,200m³ capacity liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier, for Ka- wasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. ( “K” Line) on November 20, 2018. This is the 56th LPG carrier of all types and the 7th LPG carrier of the same type built by the company. The GENESIS RIVER adopts Kawasaki's uniquely developed bow shape called SEA-Arrow, which sig- nificantly improves propulsion perfor- mance by minimizing bow wave re- sistance. Four independent cargo tanks are installed in the cargo holds for carry- ing LPG. The tanks are designed to provide optimal thermal insulation and absorb low-temperature contrac- tion. Special cryogenic steel is used for the cargo tanks to contain LPG at minus 46°C. The tanks are isolated from latent heat with thermal insu- lation of urethane foam. The main engine is an energy-effii- cient, electroni- cally controlled, ultra - long- stroke, two- stroke, low-speed diesel engine. In addition, the Ka- wasaki rudder bulb system with fins (RBS- F) and the semi- duct system with contra fins (SDS-F) contribute to reducing fuel consumption. The vessel is designed to be fully compliant with the New Panamax requirements and can navigate the newly expanded Panama Canal, which was completed in June 2016. Principal particulars Owner:Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. Builder:Kawasaki Heavy industries, Ltd. Hull No.: 1736 LPG carrier Ship type: L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 229.90m x 226.00m x 37.20m x 21.00m x 11.20m DWT/GT: 54,149t/46,794 Cargo tank capacity: 82,418m³ Main engine: Kawasaki-MAN B&W 7S60ME-C8.2 diesel x 1 unit Complement: 35
MHIMSB completes new generation MOSS type LNG carrier, LNG JUNO Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MHIMSB), a group company of Mi- tsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) completed construction of the LNG JUNO (HN:2323), a new generation MOSS type LNGC “SAYARINGO STaGE” and delivered the vessel to MOG-X LNG SHIPHOLDING S.A. on November 30, 2018. MHIMSB will continue to deliver solutions for stable energy supplies and environmental benefits by constructing high quality and environmental-friendly LNG car- riers with advanced technology. The “SAYARINGO STaGE” type is the successor to the “SAYAENDO” (podded peas) type, which was highly acclaimed for its improved highly re- liable Moss-type tanks. The apple- shaped (ringo) tanks in the “SAYAR- INGO STaGE” has enabled an increase in LNG carrying capacity without changing the ship's beam, and its propulsion system has significantly boosted fuel effiiciency compared to the “SAYAENDO.” “STaGE,” an acronym derived from “Steam Turbine and Gas Engines”, is a hybrid propulsion system combining a steam turbine and engines that can be fired by gas utilizing the engine' s waste heat in the steam tur-bine, and this results in plant effii- ciency, enabling high-effiiciency navi- gation throughout a full range of speeds. The continuous tank cover, developed by MHI Group with technical support from Aker Arctic Technol- ogy Inc. of Finland, en- ables a lighter vessel while fully retaining overall structural strength. It also reduces wind resis- tance during navigation. The ship has adopted the world's first technologies of extension of allow- able range of cargo tank pressure up to 100kPaG with dual pilot safety valves with multiple pressure set- tings, and relaxation of the equator ring temperature to ready for loading. Extension of the allowable range of Principal particulars Owner: MOG-X LNG Shipholding S.A. Builder: Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. 2323 Hull No.: Ship Type: LNG carrier L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 297.5m x 293m x 48.94m x 27.0m x 11.5m (designed) 149,367 Gross tonnage: Cargo tank capacity: 180,517m³ cargo tank pressure enables inten- tional pressure accumulation in cargo tanks during the ballast voyage and will contribute to minimizing wasteful gas losses during low load or drifting operations, such as passage through the Panama Canal. Relaxation of the equator ring temperature achieves smaller heel LNG amount and shorter tank cooling time to ready for loading. Main engines: 1)Mitsubishi, MR21-II, Marine Steam Turbine with Reduction Gear x 1 set Output: 12,450kW x 61.0rpm 2)GE, N3 HXC 1000 J8, Electric Pro- pulsion Motor with a Reduction Gear x 1 set Output: 12,450kW x 61.0rpm Speed, service: 19.5kt Classification: ABS Completion: November 30, 2018
Kanda completes 7,200DWT cement carrier, SEFURIZAN MARU
Kanda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. com- pleted construction of the SEFURIZAN MARU, a 7,200DWT cement carrier at the Kawajiri Works for Tsurumaru Shipping Co., Ltd. on October 15, 2018. The carrier is now engaged in the cement coasting trade. This carrier with six cargo holds has been designed with the double side-hull structure to prevent serious damage in an accident. The TCC area is partitioned with a square-shape butterfly valve to maintain water- tightness, and damage stability is se- cured by compartmenting each cargo hold. The carrier has been designed to comply in advance with the regula- tions based on the IMO Code on Noise. Accommodation has been arranged by referring to noise values measured on a reference ship, and sound insulation has been applied to the required struc- tural areas to achieve required noise levels. The noise level has greatly been reduced compared with the predeces- sor. This improvement contributes to providing the crew with comfortable living environment. The new cement carrier has em- ployed various energy-saving devices to gain superior propulsion effiiciency and fuel-saving performance. Principal particulars Owner:Tsurumaru Shipping Co., Ltd. Builder:Kanda Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. Hull No.: 578 Ship type: Cement carrier L (o.a.) x B x D x d: 113.03m x 18.60m x 9.70m x 6.95m DWT/GT: 7,296t/5,430 Main engine:AKASAKA A45S diesel x 1 unit 13.7kt Speed, service: Classification: ClassNK Completion: October 15, 2018 Sanoyas develops new energy saving device, ACE DUCT Sanoyas Shipbuilding Corporation has developed the ACE DUCT for ships. This device is an Advanced flow Controlling and Energy saving DUCT, and the name indicates its ace standing among energy saving de- vices. The ACE DUCT is an energy sav- ing device installed before the propel- ler, consisting of three elements, the semicircular duct, horizontal struts, and vertical strut. The semicircular duct is an airfoil to assist in water-flow distribution in the turbulent flow field around the propeller and to increase the thrust force of the ship. Effective flow distri- bution can be obtained by adjusting the installation angle of the duct to the ship level. Moreover, the ACE DUCT can reduce cavitation risk by installation at a relatively low posi- tion and optimizing the shape of the horizontal struts. Sanoyas has optimized the shape of the ACE DUCT using computa- tional fluid dynamics (CFD) simula- tions. The CFD study showed that the horizontal struts obstructed the wa- ter flow from the ship bottom around the horizontal struts is a significant factor to achieve superior propulsion efficiency. Sanoyas has conducted model tests on the ACE DUCT which indicated that the energy saving effect achieves an about 8% decrease in fuel consump- tion when combined with other ener- gysaving devices such as the Sanoyas Tandem Fin (STF). Sanoyas will con- tinue efforts to supply the shipbuild- ing market worldwide with eco- friendly and fuel-effiicient ships. Shin Kurushima completes chemical tanker, HAKONE GALAXY Shin Kurushima Dockyard Co., Ltd. completed construction of the HAKONE GALAXY, a 26,196DWT chemical tanker for MOL Chemical Tankers Pte. Ltd. of Singapore on September 13, 2018. The vessel was built for ocean transport of chemicals included in the IMO type II and III and oil products categories. A total of 23 cargo tanks are provided for transport of various types of cargo chemicals and con- structed using SUS316LN stainless steel and SUS316LN clad steel to en- sure cargo quality. All cargo tanks including the slop tanks employ the double-hull struc- ture and have adequate strength to permit full load with a density of 1.30t/ m³. Structures protruding into the tanks have been minimized using the on-deck girder system for the upper deck and vertical corrugated type bulkheads. All cargo tanks are equip- ped with one sub- merged cargo pump driven by a hydraulic motor. The cargo pumps are remotely con- trolled from the cargo control room. A 10t-capacity deck crane, which is op- erated hydraulically, is installed at the midship section for effiicient cargo-hose handling. Principal particulars Owner:MOL Chemical Tankers Pte. Ltd. Builder: Shin Kurushima Dockyard Co., Ltd. Hull No.: S-5972 Ship type: Chemical tanker L (o.a.) x B x D: 151.5m x 27.1m x 14.2m 26,196t/16,589 DWT/GT: B&W 6S46ME-B8.5 Main engine: diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: Registry: Classification: Completion:
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. has recently completed the 1,000th Rexpeller® for use in marine vessel- propulsion since the start of produc- tionin 1983. The Rexpeller is a fully azimuth-steerable thruster that func- tionsas both propulsion and steering unit. The Rexpeller azimuth thruster demonstrates superior ship maneu- verability and has been used for tug- boats, supply boats, drilling ships, specific work-vessels, self-elevating platforms, and others. Kawasaki has already developed three main series for specific applications to satisfy the requirements of the industry, which includes the standard series with 11 types covering output of 410 to series with four types (3,800 to 6,500kW), and the retractable series with five types (590 to 3,000kW). Kawasaki built a new production facility for the exclusive manufacture of the Rexpeller in 2013, and added a new standard model, KST-E (E se- ries), to its lineup with the first order for the newly developed E-series Rexpeller from China Communica- tions Import & Export Corporation (CIESCO) for delivery to Tianjin Lin- gang Tug Co., Ltd. on February 13, 2018. Four 1,471kW-type E series have now been installed on the Chi- nese tugboats. The E series has fur- ther increased propulsion perfor- mance that contributes to energy sav- ing, easy inboard maintenance, and environment-conscious performance.
Rexpeller outline
The Kawasaki Rexpeller consists of various types and features  designed for specific purposes. The input power range can meet virtually any vessel specifications up to 6,500kW. Installation and maintenance of the Rexpeller can easily be achieved because of the compact design using the built-in clutch and hydraulic components. Adoption of the skewed propeller and optimized design stiff- ness for the driving unit have mini- mized vibration and noise. Optimization of component design was based on the finite element requirements of lightweight and ro- bust azimuth thrusters. Propellers are available as the controllable pitch  pro- peller (CPP) or fixed pitch propeller (FPP), which can be installed with either L or Z drive configuration. The operation control unit can integrate with navigational devices and positioning systems to enable autopilot and dynamic positioning, so easy operation and highly accu- rate control are possible. The control unit can be coupled to protective devices such as automatic load con- trol (ALC) and overload protection (OLP) systems (for CPP). The shockless hydraulic clutch is operated by automatically controlling the hydraulic oil flow rate and reduc- es the shock of on/off-type clutch engagement. The slipping clutch is available optionally, which allows for more fine control of vessel operation.
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ONE COLUMBA
LOWLANDS
HORIZON
ST.NIKOLAI
Owner: Hanna Ship Holding S.A. Builder: Japan Marine United Corpo- ration Hull No.: 5122 Ship type: Container carrier L (o.a.) x B (mld) x D (mld) x d (mld): 364.15m x 50.6m x 29.5m x 15.79m DWT/GT: 138,611t/145,647 Main engine: WinGD W9X82 x 1 unit Speed: 22.5kt Complement: 30 Classification: ClassNK Completion: November 16, 2018
AUDACITY
Owner: Audacity Marine Inc. Builder: Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. Hull No.: 1572 Ship Type: Bulk carrier L (o.a.) x B x D: 229.00m x 32.26m x 20.00m Main Engine: MAN B&W 6S60ME- C8.2 diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: 14.50kt Registry: Liberia Classification: LR Completion: September 19, 2018 Owner: CLdN Cobelfret Pte. Ltd. Builder: Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. Hull No.: 10884 Ship type: Bulk carrier L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 234.98m x 38.00m x 19.50m x 14.240m DWT/GT: 93,478t/49,565 Main engine: Kawasaki-MAN B&W 6S60ME-C8.5 diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: 14.30kt Registry: Singapore Classification: DNV GL Completion: September 26, 2018 Owner: Shenlong Maritime Pte. Ltd. Builder: Onomichi Dockyard Co., Ltd. Hull No.: 747 Ship type: Product/chemical tanker L (o.a.) x B x D x d (ext.): 175.00m x 32.20m x 19.05m x 13.10m DWT/GT: 50,129t/29,513 Main engine: Mitsubishi 6UEC50LSH-Eco-C2 diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: 15.4kt Registry: Singapore Classification: ClassNK Completion: Octobrt 18, 2018
LANCING
MINERVA ZENOBIA
Owner: Jiro Shipping, S.A. Builder: Sasebo Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. Hull No.: S845 Ship Type: Crude oil carrier L (o.a.) x B x D x d (mld.): 249.97m x 42.00m x 21.20m x 14.80m DWT/GT: 114,661t/63,485 Main engine: MAN B&W 6G60ME- C9.5 diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: 15.0kt Registry: Hellenic Republic Classification: ABS Completion: June 28, 2018 Owner: North Sea Shuttle Company Limited Builder: Sumitomo Heavy Industries Marine & Engineering Co., Ltd. Hull No.: 1394 Ship type: Tanker L (p.p.) x B x D: 224.64m x 42.00m x 21.45m DWT/GT: 106,200t/57,300 Main engine: Mitsui MAN B&W 6G60ME-C9.2 diesel x 1 unit Speed, service: about 15.0kt Classification: LR Completion: November 2, 2018