China Merchants Energy Shipping orders VLCCs and Aframaxes at DSIC

The orders with the Chinese yard comprise five 306,000 dwt VLCCs and five 115,000 dwt Aframax crude oil tankers.

The 333 meters long and 60 meters wide VLCC is the latest generation of VLCC developed by DSIC is designed for fast sailing in the Strait of Malacca.

The Aframax tanker is tailor-made for China Merchants Energy Shipping, measuring in 243 metres long and 44 metres wide, and is designed to extend energy and efficiency to the highest level.

The 10 new tankers are expected to be delivered during 2027 and 2028, providing a strong support for China’s international energy transportation upon delivery, said DSIC.

DSIC has built 57 vessels for China Merchants Energy Shipping since 2007.