Spanish energy company Moeve has inked a contract with RFOcean for a series of 6,600 dwt chemical tankers currently under construction in China.
Frederik Rye-Florentz-led RFOcean, which controls a fleet of 13 chemical tankers on fully-delivered basis, has eight next-generation newbuilds booked at Wuhu Shipyard set to enter the market in 2025 and 2026.
The vessels, equipped with stainless steel cargo tanks, will feature multi-fuel propulsion capabilities including the use of biofuels and potential for future upgrades to fuel cells or battery-driven generators.
“They are already about 30% more fuel efficient compared to the aging fleet,” Moeve said.
The company formerly known as Cepsa noted the deal is in line with its commitment as a member of the World Economic Forum’s First Movers Coalition to advance clean energy alternatives and reduce the environmental impact of shipping.
“These state-of-the-art, truly fuel-flexible vessels will be at the forefront of the maritime industry’s continued steps to reduce its environmental impact and advance cleaner energy alternatives,” said Alice Acuña, executive vice president of trading at Moeve, adding: “This move is fully aligned with Moeve’s strategy to reduce its carbon emissions and those of its customers, and to become a leading provider of clean marine solutions this decade.”
