Rarely coperation, Dalian Shipbuilding Industry (DSIC), a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), has secured its first major order of 2025 by signing a contract with NYK Bulk & Projects Carriers Ltd. (NBP), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Japan’s NYK Line, to build a 33,000 DWT deck transport vessel. This landmark collaboration not only marks DSIC’s debut partnership with a leading Japanese shipowner but also reinforces Sino-Japanese synergy in high-end maritime manufacturing.
Custom-designed for transporting oversized modular equipment, the vessel will be classed by NK (Japan), Panama-flagged, and equipped with a wide deck and high-load capacity to efficiently serve offshore wind, petrochemical modules, and other mega-cargo logistics. Developed by CSSC’s Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute and constructed by DSIC, the vessel is slated for delivery in 2027, injecting “green and smart” vitality into NBP’s fleet while accelerating global logistics decarbonization.
Powerhouse Collaboration: DSIC x NYK
As Japan’s sole operator of heavy-lift and deck carriers, NBP is a global leader in project logistics. This partnership represents a strategic leap for DSIC into Japan’s high-barrier shipbuilding market.
Voices from the Ceremony
Mr. He Xu, DSIC Deputy General Manager:
“This order underscores international trust in China’s shipbuilding prowess and opens new avenues for DSIC in Japan’s premium vessel market. We’re committed to delivering excellence with precision.”
Mr. Toshiro Hasegawa, NBP’s Module Transport Division GM:
“DSIC’s engineering strength, proven track record, and dedication made them the ideal partner. These vessels will elevate our competitiveness and advance sustainable global logistics.”
Charting a “Dual Carbon” Future
Penetrating Japan’s stringent market is a testament to DSIC’s world-class R&D capabilities in green and smart shipping. With a portfolio of groundbreaking vessels, DSIC continues to drive the fusion of “Chinese innovation” and global maritime ambitions. This partnership not only accelerates Sino-Japanese industrial collaboration but also sets a bold course for a net-zero maritime future.
by Xinde Marine New Chen Yang
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