SUMEC Shipbuilding Company successfully launched the first domestically-built feeder methanol dual-fuel container ship

SUMEC Shipbuilding Company successfully launched the first domestic feeder methanol dual-fuel container ship on August 17th.

The ship has a length of 148 meters, a beam of 27.2 meters, a depth of 14.3 meters, and a designed speed of 14 knots. It adopts an open-top design, significantly reducing the center of gravity and increasing the number of containers that can be loaded when fully loaded. Equipped with a single-person control bridge, an electronic chart automatic navigation, and a track-keeping system, it effectively enhances automation. Moreover, it is powered by the world’s first 5S50ME methanol dual-fuel engine developed by Germany MAN Energy Solutions, and equipped with energy-saving devices such as shaft generators, adjustable propellers, and underhung flap rudders. When using methanol as fuel, which is safe, convenient, has good power performance, and generates low emissions, this ship can achieve zero carbon emissions.

In recent years, the shipbuilding company has actively implemented the carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals, following the industry’s green, low-carbon, energy-saving, and emission-reduction trends. It has been dedicated to the research and development of green energy vessels, aiming to drive high-quality sustainable development. Looking ahead, SUMEC will continue to prioritize equipment manufacturing and supply chain integration services and remain committed to the path of green development and differentiated competition. By promoting product upgrades and updates with high quality and standards, enhancing market expansion, and improving core competitiveness, it will foster collaboration with high-quality customers both domestically and internationally to create a better future together.