The 18,500 DWT Chemical Tanker M/T BORA Returns Triumphantly from Sea Trials

Recently, the 18,500 DWT chemical tanker M/T BORA, built by the Company for the UK-based shipowner Union Maritime Limited, returned triumphantly from sea trials.

M/T BORA completed all sea trial items four days ahead of the original schedule. The project team effectively compressed the critical path duration by optimizing the cargo tank strength test procedures and the interfacing with the tank soaking process, implementing continuous operations throughout.

During the sea trials, in the face of typhoon conditions, the project team made advance preparations and promptly adjusted the test plan to ensure the successful completion of all sea trial items. All test results from this sea trial fully met the design requirements and specifications, receiving unanimous recognition from the Owner and classification society representatives, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent delivery of the vessel.

The project team is currently working intensively to consolidate feedback from all parties, formulating itemized rectification lists, assigning clear responsibilities, and finalizing completion deadlines for each item. With high standards and strict requirements, we are accelerating the closed-loop resolution of all outstanding issues and going all out to sprint toward the delivery target.

It is reported that the Company currently has five vessels in the final delivery sprint phase. Behind every milestone lies the dedication of countless Wuhu Shipyard employees, who delve deep into the details — repeatedly refining techniques, identifying potential risks, and optimizing processes in the subtle, often unnoticed aspects of construction. With ultimate craftsmanship, they control every building detail, and with down-to-earth hard work, they resolve production challenges and drive project progress. Neither lost in empty fantasies nor distracted by vain boasts, all Wuhu Shipyard personnel will continue to maintain their high-intensity momentum, answering the “exam” with tangible delivery results.