Taiwanese liner major Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation has placed orders for six 8,000 TEU-class methanol dual-fuel-ready containerships with Nihon Shipyard, Imabari Shipbuilding, and Shoei Kisen Kaisha.
The deal comprises the purchase of three vessels and newbuilding contracts for another three, with deliveries scheduled to commence in 2028. This milestone marks a significant step in Yang Ming’s fleet modernization and decarbonization strategy, ensuring stable mid- to long-term capacity and reinforcing its global service network.
These ships will be the first in Yang Ming’s fleet designed with methanol dual-fuel-ready specifications. Once operational, they will progressively replace the company’s aging 5,500 TEU-class vessels, some of which have been in service for over two decades.
Yang Ming highlighted that its continued partnership with the Japanese shipbuilders underscores its commitment to advancing green shipping technologies. The new ships will feature engines pre-designed for future conversion to green methanol, along with high-efficiency propellers, energy-saving rudders, and rudder fins to enhance overall performance and fuel efficiency.
