6th 50,000 DWT MR Tanker Steel-cutting Kicks Off at Weihai Base

On August 10, the official construction start ceremony for the sixth 50,000 DWT MR tanker (No. W2436) in the series took place at the Weihai facility. The event was attended by representatives from the owner, the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), and senior management of the Weihai base.

Measuring 182.75 m in length overall, 32.2 m in breadth, and 19.1 m in depth, the vessel has a design deadweight of 50,000 tons. It features 12 cargo oil tanks and 2 slop tanks, providing outstanding flexibility and practicality for segregated cargo storage. The adoption of a raked bow, transom stern with bulb, and semi-spade rudder significantly improves seakeeping and maneuverability. Furthermore, in line with the national "dual carbon" initiative, the vessel is powered by a MAN 6S50ME-C9.7-HPSCR main engine coupled with a scrubber, and is designed with Provision for provisions for carbon capture and methanol fuel tanks, ensuring full compliance with the most stringent environmental regulations.

Building on the accumulated experience from the construction of the first five sister vessels, the project team conducted a comprehensive review of past critical issues and technical difficulties. Drawing on practical feedback from previous builds, they refined the construction drawings, adjusted process specifications, and executed meticulous pre-commencement preparations, thereby establishing a robust foundation to ensure the timely start of construction for this vessel.