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DSIC clinches order for up to two shuttle tankers

Dalian Shipbuilding Industry (DSIC) has secured a contract for the construction of up to two 155,000-dwt shuttle tankers.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

November 24, 2020

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The contract is made up of one firm order plus one option. The deal is the first suezmax shuttle tanker order placed by a Chinese shipowner.

Shanghai Beihai Shipping, a joint venture between China Cosco Shipping, China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), Sinochem Group and HongKong Silverbond Overseas, will be the owner of the tankers.

The vessel will be in around 279 metres in length, 48 metres in width and 23.7 metres in depth.

Upon the delivery, the vessel will be deployed in Brazil’s offshore oilfield project developed by CNOOC.

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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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