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Arkona Allied Container orders 10 boxships from Chinese yards

German vessel broking company Arkona Allied Container is to build ten containerships at China’s Dajin Heavy Industry and Qingdao Yangfan Shipyard.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

November 29, 2023

1 Min Read

Photo: Alexander Kliem - Pixabay

The vessels are expected to have low bunker consumption and will be fitted for shore power, as well as being methanol ready and equipped for carbon capture storage.

According to Arkona Allied Container, its owner partners HS Schiffahrt, HP Wegener, Reederei Jüngerhans, Reederei Wessels and Visser Shipping had placed the orders for the vessels at the two Chinese shipyards.

The newbuildings are due for delivery throughout 2025 and 2026.

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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