Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has named OOCL Wisdom, its first methanol dual-fuel container vessel, at a ceremony held at Nantong COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co., Ltd. (NACKS) in China.
The vessel has a capacity of 24,168 TEU and, according to OOCL, is currently the world’s largest methanol dual-fuel container ship.
OOCL said the ship is equipped with methanol dual-fuel systems for its main engines, auxiliary engines and boilers. The vessel also includes energy-efficiency management, intelligent monitoring and safety systems aimed at improving operational performance and reducing emissions.
The Hong Kong-based container shipping company said OOCL Wisdom is the first of seven vessels in the series and represents a step forward in its fleet decarbonisation plans.
“The delivery of OOCL Wisdom not only expands OOCL’s fleet and sets a new benchmark for our vessel technology, but also demonstrates our firm commitment to green and low-carbon development, digital intelligence and sustainability,” said OOCL Chief Executive Officer Tao Weidong.
OOCL said the new vessels will help build a greener and more efficient shipping network while supporting global trade.
