MOL Takes Delivery of 210,000 DWT LNG Dual-Fuel Bulk Carrier
On November 5, China State Shipbuilding Corporation Beihai Shipbuilding, together with China Shipbuilding Trading Co., Ltd. (CSTC), held the delivery and naming ceremony for the fourth 210,000 DWT LNG dual-fuel bulk carrier, RURI EARTH, custom-built for Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL).
The RURI EARTH is the flagship of the first four vessels constructed by Beihai Shipbuilding for MOL. Its delivery marks the successful completion of their initial collaboration.
Vessel Design and Specifications
- Designed by China Ship Design & Research Center Co., Ltd. (CSDC)
- Overall length: 299.95 meters
- Beam: 50 meters
- Equipped with an advanced LNG dual-fuel propulsion system
- Complies with the latest International Maritime Organization (IMO) environmental standards
Sustainability and Development
Beihai Shipbuilding has embraced the concept of “full-lifecycle green development,” focusing on optimizing construction processes and ensuring operational efficiency during the vessel’s life. This approach supports their goal of building high-quality vessels.
"This batch of high-quality vessels constructed by Beihai Shipbuilding has won high praise from shipowner MOL, classification society ClassNK and various charterers."
The RURI EARTH and its sister ships exemplify Beihai Shipbuilding’s advances towards sustainable and efficient shipbuilding.
Summary: Beihai Shipbuilding has successfully delivered the LNG dual-fuel bulk carrier RURI EARTH to MOL, highlighting a milestone in eco-friendly, high-quality vessel construction complying with IMO standards.