en.Wedoany.com Reported - On April 12, the 12,500 cubic meter LNG bunker vessel built by CIMC Pacific Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd. (CIMC Pacific Offshore) for Vitol International Shipping was successfully launched from the No. 1 slipway in the West Area. This marks a critical breakthrough in the project's construction, officially entering the outfitting and commissioning stage.

As a key product independently developed and designed by CIMC Pacific Offshore, this 12,500 cubic meter LNG bunker vessel is equipped with an efficient electric propulsion system. It can precisely meet the stringent requirements for precise vessel maneuvering during LNG bunkering operations, significantly improving operational efficiency and safety.

During the design process of this vessel type, CIMC Pacific Offshore strictly adhered to the latest applicable regulations and standards for ships and gas transport/bunkering. From structural design to equipment configuration, it ensures comprehensive safety and environmental performance, enabling the vessel to meet the ever-increasing demands of the global shipping market.

This year, CIMC Pacific Offshore has confirmed orders for at least three LNG bunker vessels, including two 20,000 cubic meter-class vessels and one 18,900 cubic meter-class vessel. As of early February, Nantong CIMC Pacific Offshore holds a cumulative order book of 10 vessels for the 20,000 cubic meter LNG bunker vessel and a total of 3 orders for the 18,900 cubic meter LNG bunker vessel.

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