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CSSC hits annual newbuild order target in six months

China State Shipbuilding Corporation’s (CSSC) newbuilding order volume surged some 290% in the first half of 2021.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

July 9, 2021

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LNG carrier under construction at CSSC Jiangnan Changxing

Photo: CSSC

CSSC received orders for 232 vessels in H1, totaling in 18.39m dwt, meaning that the shipbuilding group has already achieved the annual order target for 2021.

In the first half, CSSC delivered 102 vessels, totaling in 9.172m dwt, accounting for 52.8% and 57.3% of the group’s annual target, respectively.

CSSC secured several batches of containership’s order in the first half, as well as bulk carriers, oil tankers and gas carriers, and delivered multi-type of high-end vessels, which are independently designed and developed by the group.

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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