Imabari Shipbuilding delivered the 40,000-DWT bulk carrier NORSE HOKKAIDO from Shimanami Shipyard Co., Ltd.
The vessel features a double-hull box-shaped hold with topside tanks, suitable for diverse cargoes including grain, coal, ore, cement, steel coil, and long steel. It is equipped with four deck cranes, wide hatch openings, and folding hatch covers for efficient cargo handling.
Designed with environmental compliance in mind, the ship meets MARPOL and ballast water management conventions. It exceeds carbon dioxide emission Phase 2 standards and incorporates Phase 3 requirements ahead of schedule. The vessel also includes a ballast water treatment system and an Inventory of Hazardous Materials in line with the Ship Recycling Convention.
The NORSE HOKKAIDO achieves high propulsion efficiency through energy-saving devices, a high-efficiency propeller, and low-friction hull paint.
Ship Specifications:
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Length: 182.93 m | Width: 31.00 m | Depth: 15.00 m
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Deadweight: 40,234 tons | Gross Tonnage: 25,240
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Main Engine: 6G45ME-C9.7 | Service Speed: ~13.75 knots
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Class: NK | Flag: Singapore
The vessel strengthens Imabari Shipbuilding’s commitment to high-performance, environmentally compliant bulk carriers.
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