Royal Wagenborg hits next construction stage for sixth EasyMax multipurpose vessel

Dutch shipowner Royal Wagenborg has marked a new milestone in the construction of its sixth 14,000 dwt energy-efficient EasyMax multipurpose vessel.

As divulged, in the first stretch of September, the bow section of the ship—which is being built by compatriot shipyard Royal Niestern Sander—was transferred outside of the assembly hall, where outfitting will be continued prior to being joined with the stern section.

According to officials from Royal Wagenborg, the unit is part of the company’s broader fleet renewal program, focused on replacing older ships with more “efficient and sustainable” vessels.

To this end, in May this year, the maritime transport player revealed an EasyMax 2.0 design for another set of six vessels that are going to be able to run on bio-MGO and prepared for alternative fuels like ammonia and methanol, as well as liquefied natural gas (LNG).

These particular ships are reportedly also going to feature ‘improved’ shore power connectivity and energy management systems on board, thanks to which they are expected to achieve a ‘greater’ reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

As informed, Royal Niestern Sander will construct the