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"Futuristic" bulkers ordered in Zhoushan

"Futuristic" bulkers ordered in Zhoushan

Shanghai: Bahamas-registered shipowner Campbell Shipping has signed an order with Zhong Chuan Heavy Industry Shipbuilding Company Ltd of Zhoushan for two 32,000 dwt doublehull bulk carriers, with an option for two more. The vessels are being built to the 'TRANSPORTER' series design developed by Nassau-based Algoship Designers, with basic, classification and production designs produced by Smart Engineering and Design Solutions.?Both companies are affiliates of the GTR Campbell Marine Consultants, which will be providing project management services in the shipyard. "We consider this an excellent futuristic design to meet commercial requirements," said Lowell Mortimer, president of Campbell Shipping, on behalf of the buyers.  [15/03/10]