AtoB@C Shipping has announced a continuing fleet renewal programme, with six low-emission newbuildings to be added to its fleet between 2025 and 2027 after securing long-term time charter contracts with German shipowner BAAS Shipping of Hamburg.
The 5,900 dwt ice class 1A vessels, designed by Dutch Groot Design with modern and efficient lines, enable almost 50% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to the 5,000 dwt vessels currently in the fleet. The vessels are designed to flexibly accommodate different types of cargo by having one 71m long box-shaped cargo hold of 321,000ft3 and a partial tween deck, which can also be used as bulkheads.
Frida Rowland, Commercial Director of AtoB@C Shipping and ESL Shipping said: “We are currently investing in the renewal of our owned fleet, but at the same time we need to secure modern, low emission capacity for our time charter fleet as well.”
Dierk Faust, BAAS Shipping MD added: “With the six newbuildings from Dajin Shipyard we are introducing together with our partners efficient and flexible vessels as tonnage providers to AtoB@C Shipping. We are happy that these ships will enter into this charter, serving trades where the benefits of these modern vessels with regards to sustainability will make a difference.”
The first vessel, Baymar, was delivered from the shipyard in China on 26 October 2024 and will shortly enter AtoB@C Shipping’s traffic. The second vessel, Soundmar, is being delivered from the shipyard in January 2025. The remaining four are scheduled for delivery from the shipyard within 2026.
Image: AtoB@C’s new 5900 dwt eco-ship (source: AtoB@C Shipping)
