Singapore-based transportation company Om Maritime has placed an order for two eco-friendly 13,800 dwt stainless steel chemical tankers in China.
The company signed contracts for the ship pair with Chinese shipbuilder Jiangxi New Jiangzhou Shipbuilding Heavy Industry in late September 2024.
According to OM Maritime, the order marks a significant milestone for the company as it makes the transition from operating older ships to a modern fleet.
“These high performance chemical tankers will meet the highest emission standards, are fuel-efficient and have an eco-friendly design, which will enhance our operational efficiency and enable us to provide sustainable, efficient and reliable service to our clients,” Om Maritime said in a LinkedIn update.
The vessels, which feature twelve duplex stainless steel cargo tanks, are slated for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The 13,800 dwt ocean-going newbuilds will be classed by French classification society Bureau Veritas (BV). The ships will be capable of carrying a variety of cargoes including chemicals, acids, petroleum products and edible oils, the shipbuilder said in a separate statement.