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Chengxi Shipyard bags eight woodchip carriers from BOC Leasing

CSSC Chengxi Shipyard and the Bank of Communications Financial Leasing have entered into the shipbuilding contract for the construction of eight woodchip carriers.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

July 5, 2021

1 Min Read

Photo: Cheng Xi Shipyard

The deal consists of six 64,000 tonne woodchip carriers and two 70,000 tonne woodchip carriers.

Since its first contracts in 2017, Bank of Communications Financial Leasing had ordered sixteen vessels from Chengxi Shipyard in four years.

Chengxi shipyard has been a pioneer for woodchip carriers construction under China State Shipbuilding Corporation, and has independently designed and constructed the 64,000 and 70,00 tonne woodchip carriers for the owners worldwide.

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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