The Beijing Maersk container ship, recently added to Maersk’s fleet, is already operating with a system aimed at reducing its environmental impact.
This vessel, manufactured by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, was officially delivered and has entered service after being spotted at the port of Qingdao, China. The Beijing Maersk becomes a key player in China’s decarbonization strategy. decarbonization strategy the Danish shipping company’s decarbonization strategy.
Beijing Maersk design and technology
With a length of 350 meters and a beam of 56 meters, the vessel has the capacity to transport up to 17,480 TEUs. It is equipped with a dual-fuel engine, which allows it to operate with methanol as fuel. methanol as an alternative fuel, significantly alternative fuel, significantly reducingCO2 emissions compared to conventional fuel oil.
The Beijing Maersk is the second in a series of six vessels built to these specifications, joining other units such as the Berlin Maersk and the Ane Maersk. This class of ships represents the company’s commitment to its roadmap towards zero net emissions.
The project was made possible through collaboration with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and the technical partnership of Everllence. The delivery and commissioning of the vessel was announced through an official announcement on social media, including the corporate hashtag #allthewaytozero.
The Beijing Maersk’s first call at Qingdao is no coincidence: the port is one of the world’s busiest in container traffic. This vessel is expected to operate on high-density trade routes, optimizing the efficiency of transcontinental transport.
Source and photos: Maersk
