Asia/Pacific News
Singapore's PIL Expands Fleet with New LNG-Fuelled Boxship
Pacific International Lines (PIL) has taken delivery of its fourth dual-fuel LNG vessel, the Kota Embun.
The 14,000 TEU capacity vessel is the first in PIL's fleet to feature a bow windshield, enhancing aerodynamics and reducing bunker fuel consumption, it said in a statement on its website on Monday.
The vessel has been designed and constructed by Jiangnan Shipyard in China.
Since 2022, PIL has ordered a total of 18 newbuild vessels, including four with a 14,000 TEU capacity.
"We have another 14 new vessels of various capacities, equipped with LNG dual-fuel technology and other advancements, Lars Kastrup, CEO of PIL, said.
"Each new vessel brings us closer to our goal of operating a more modern and environmentally-friendly fleet."
Last month, PIL took delivery of its third dual-fuel container ship.
