The vessels are scheduled to be delivered from 2027 onwards.
The value of the order was not disclosed by Yangzijiang but according to a report in November by trade publication Tradewinds, the client, ONE, has placed orders for 12 such vessels, with a total value of close to US$2 billion.
Six orders went to another China-based builder Jiangnan Shipyard and the other six, to Yangzijiang.
The company notes that in the present context of sustainability, methanol is expected to play a key role in emission reduction. Additionally, the vessels will be designed to feature cutting-edge technologies such as optimized hull forms, waste heat recovery systems and bow windshields.
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CEO Ren Letian says: “We are encouraged by the order from ONE for our green vessels, which is a testament to our technological prowess in building quality and efficient ships. Our ongoing efforts on R&D put us at the forefront of industry advancements, equipping us to capitalize on opportunities arising from the shifts in the environmental regulations.”
Shares in Yanzijiang closed 1 cent lower or 0.63% down at $1.58 on Jan 17.
