Erik Thun orders two multi-purpose dry cargo vessels
Published by Oliver Kleinschmidt,
Editorial Assistant
Dry Bulk,
The Erik Thun Group has announced the addition of four new vessels ordered with two being multi-purpose dry cargo vessels which will be built by Shipsveerf Ferus Smit B.V. in the Netherlands. The new ships bring the company's current orderbook from Shipveerf Ferus Smit B.V up to 14 vessels and its current orderbook up to 15 vessels in total.
The signed contracts cover two multi-purpose dry cargo vessels with 5100 DWT and Ice class 1B; Erik Thun's next generation of ’Lake Vanern Max’ ships fit for operating in Lake Vänern in Sweden. The two orders will complete a line of six multi-purpose dry cargo vessels on order.
"We are proud to lead the way in maritime innovation by introducing both the R-class series and the Lake Vanern Max; vessels that set a new standard in efficiency, performance, and sustainability, for example equipped with battery pack and ready for shore electricity connection. These series exemplify our unwavering commitment to sustainable shipping and pave the way for a greener and more prosperous future", said Henrik Källsson, Deputy Managing Director at Erik Thun AB.
"Our long experience in the business paired with our vision to be a sustainable Swedish partner over generations, gives us a good basis for continual improvement and innovative design, providing our customers with sustainable and smart solutions", added Johan Källsson, Managing Director at Erik Thun AB.
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