On November 19, Fujian Shipbuilding Industry Group’s Mawei Shipbuilding signed an order with T.S. Lines for 2+2 2,900 TEU container ships.
This vessel features a Chittagong-type wide- hull design, measuring 185.99 meters in length, 35.20 meters in beam, and 17.20 meters in midship depth. With a full load draft of 11.00 meters, it carries a deadweight of approximately 36,380 tons.
In terms of energy efficiency, this vessel features an S-Bow hull design with low wave-induced drag characteristics. It achieves comprehensive navigation performance across various drafts while maintaining design speed at the specified draft, making it a highly efficient, economical, and environmentally friendly container ship.
The strategic partnership between T.S. Lines and Mawei Shipbuilding began in 2021, coinciding with the 155th anniversary of the founding of Fujian Shipbuilding. At that time, T.S. Lines placed a bulk order for eight 1,100 TEU container ships and six 2,900 TEU container ships. This order represents the largest container ship project ever undertaken by Mawei Shipbuilding, successfully marking the beginning of a mutually beneficial collaboration between the two companies.
During the construction of the first batch of vessels, both teams cooperated closely and, relying on their strong technical capabilities, successfully completed all key engineering milestones, concluding the project on January 16, 2024. Building on the solid foundation and mutual trust established in the initial collaboration, the partnership between the two parties has continued to deepen, ultimately leading to the successful signing of today’s new order.
It is reported that feeder container ships are a flagship product of Fujian Shipbuilding Industry Group. To date, the company has delivered over a hundred vessels of this type, earning widespread market recognition. In the future, Fujian Shipbuilding Industry Group will continue to advance vessel design optimization, upgrade design capabilities, enhance efficient construction, and refine management practices. It will persistently elevate product competitiveness and customer satisfaction, making positive contributions to the development of a maritime power.