en.Wedoany.com Reported - Braskem's subsidiary Braskem Trading & Shipping (BT&S) has officially put into operation its new LR1 tanker, the Blooming Future, which will primarily transport naphtha, a key raw material for the petrochemical company's production. The vessel was christened at a naming ceremony held in China, designed to achieve higher energy efficiency and lower carbon emission intensity. Compared to the ships currently operated by the company, carbon dioxide emissions are expected to be reduced by approximately 30%, equivalent to an annual reduction of 6,500 tons.

Hardi Schuck, Director of Braskem Trading & Shipping, stated that the Blooming Future will transport naphtha at optimized speeds to support industrial production, thereby reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The vessel's design meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and sustainability, demonstrating the potential for synergy between operational efficiency and low-carbon maritime transportation.

The ship is classified as IMO Type 3, used for transporting chemicals and petroleum derivatives, and is equipped with engines capable of using biofuels as well as energy-saving systems. Schuck emphasized that the new vessel's operational performance is outstanding, with a beam equivalent to a six-lane highway and a cargo capacity comparable to the volume of 35 Olympic swimming pools.

The deployment of the Blooming Future is part of Braskem Trading & Shipping's expansion plan, which is expected to have four LR1 tankers in operation by early 2027.

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