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Wan Hai Lines adds 12 boxship newbuilds in Japan

Taiwan-based Wan Hai Lines has confirmed an order of twelve 3,055 teu containerships at Nihon Shipyard Co., Ltd and Japan Marine United Corp for fleet expansion.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

June 30, 2021

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Photo: Wan Hai Lines

New vessels will start taking delivery at the end of July 2023.

This new shipbuilding contract is the company’s latest fleet renewal plan designed to keep pace with market developments.

Earlier this year, Wan Hai placed an order to build twelve 3,013 teu container vessels at Nihon Shipyard.

Currently, Wan Hai operates a fleet of 86 owned vessels and 64 chartered vessels.

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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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