AtoB@C Shipping, a Swedish subsidiary of Finland-based shipping company ESL Shipping, christened its second plug-in hybrid vessel Stellamar in Ystad on August 30, 2024.
Flying the flag of Cyprus, Stellamar is designed to carry a wide range of bulk and breakbulk products, such as steel, forest products, fertilizers and project cargoes.
The vessel, delivered in April this year, has a long unobstructed deck, which allows for loading more deck cargo and longer project cargoes than the current vessels in the fleet.
According to AtoB@C Shipping, the ship can reduce up to 50% less CO 2 emissions compared to the previous generation of vessels, achieved through features such as shore power connectivity, substantial battery installation, and enhanced cargo intake.
These advancements not only contribute to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions but also ensure quieter and cleaner operations while in port, the company highlighted.
“It was an honour to participate in the christening ceremony of Stellamar – a new generation vessel that shall carry products to customers of Metsä Group in a more environmentally friendly way,” said Veli-Matti Passinen , Vice President of Logistics at Metsä Group.
”As a Ystad-based company, it was a very special feeling to host this ceremony here, witnessed by our employees, stakeholders and a large number of locals,” stated Frida Rowland , Commercial Director at AtoB@C Shipping and ESL Shipping.
The fleet expansion continues with Ecomar, the third vessel in the series, currently en route from India to Europe, and Aquamar, the fourth, nearing completion at the shipyard.
The production of the tenth vessel, Astramar, commenced in July with the steel-cutting ceremony.