Milestone in Green Shipping: China's First Carbon-Neutral Newbuilding!

On January 15, 2025, COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers welcomed the GREEN RIZHAO, the 14th vessel in its 77,000 DWT multipurpose series, into its fleet during a naming ceremony in Dalian. This vessel series boasts the world's largest professional pulp carriers, setting a new benchmark in green shipping innovation.

What sets GREEN RIZHAO apart is its groundbreaking achievement as China's first vessel to undergo and pass a carbon-neutral evaluation. Built with zero carbon emissions during its construction process, the vessel proudly carries a Carbon Neutrality Certificate issued by China Classification Society (CCS).

Designed with cutting-edge features:
LOA: 225 meters, Beam: 32.26 meters, Draft: 21 meters
Cargo holds with box-shaped design and dehumidifiers to ensure pulp cargo safety
Versatility to transport high-speed trains, wind power equipment, EVs, heavy machinery, and oversized steel structures
“One-on-one” temperature monitoring and alert system for safe EV transport

The GREEN RIZHAO is also paving the way for sustainable global trade. Its maiden voyage will take wind power equipment, engineering machinery, and containers from Chinese ports to Brazil via the South America East route.

With over 160 vessels and a total capacity of 6.7 million DWT, COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers is a global leader in specialized shipping. This achievement not only highlights their commitment to innovation but also underscores the maritime industry's transition towards a greener future.

Congratulations to all the partners who made this possible, including Bank of Communications Financial Leasing, COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Dalian, CCS Dalian, Tianjin Cosbulk Ship Management, Dalian Huayang Maritime, and COSCO Shipping Trading.

by Xinde Marine News Pang Kai

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