​Zhejiang Seaport Leasing Enters Cape-size Market with Landmark Cross-border Deal​

Zhejiang Seaport Financial Leasing Co. (ZSFL), a subsidiary of Zhejiang Seaport Group /Ningbo Zhoushan Port Group Co., Ltd., has acquired its ​first-ever 话题标签Capesize bulk carrier—the 180,000 DWT MV.SEALEADER II—through a pioneering cross-border direct leasing project.

Deal Structure: Partnering with Singapore’s ​Xiehai Bulk Shipping Pte Ltd and Greece’s original owner (THENAMARIS), ZSFL purchased the 2011-built vessel via an SPV in Tianjin Dongjiang, leveraging ​cross-border RMB settlements​ to mitigate currency risks.
Strategic Impact: This transaction sets a replicable template for international shipping finance, reinforcing China’s role in global maritime asset management.
Green Momentum: Aligning with China’s “dual-carbon” goals, ZSFL now manages 530,000+ dwt of green fleet capacity, including methanol-fueled vessels and offshore engineering ships.

ZSFL continues to lead in ​innovative financing, having executed 34 vessel deals (total: ~¥1.797B RMB) across bulkers, containerships, and specialized offshore vessels.
The deal highlights the rise of China’s leasing hubs like Tianjin Dongjiang, offering tax/policy advantages for global lessors.
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Shipbid Net, as the third-party transaction platform, ensured seamless execution with end-to-end services—from valuation and technical surveys to compliance oversight—guaranteeing secure fund flows and smooth delivery.

As China’s maritime finance sector expands, cross-border collaborations like this will drive fleet renewal and sustainable shipping. ZSFL’s focus on ​​“finance + industry” synergy​ positions it as a key player in decarbonizing global trade routes.

by Xinde Marine News Chen Yang

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