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TS Lines returns SWS for container ships

Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding has entered into shipbuilding contract with Taiwan-based TS Lines for the construction of four boxships.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

June 12, 2024

1 Min Read

Image: SWS

The deal includes two methanol dual-fuel 14,000 teu boxships and two 7,000 teu boxships. Developed by Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding, the methanol-ready containerships will significantly reduce carbon emission and operational costs.

Upon delivery, the vessels will be deployed on Transpacific or Far East - South America services. Last year, TS Lines disposed several vessels and withdrew from oceangoing routes.

To date this year, Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding has delivered 15 newbuilds, achieved 68% annual vessel delivery target.

About the Author

Katherine Si

China Correspondent

China-based Katherine Si has worked in the maritime industry since 2008 is well-connected with local industry players including Chinese owners and yards.

Having majored in English Katherine started at news portal ShippingChina.com where she rose to become a News Editor. In 2008 she moved to work with Seatrade and has since held numerous positions including China correspondent for Seatrade Maritime Review magazine.

With extensive experience in writing, research and social media promotion, Katherine focuses on the shipping and transport sectors.

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