Unifeeder has added two newly built vessels to its fleet, Navios Utmost and Navios Unite, from Angeliki Frangou’s Navios Maritime Partners L.P.
The news came to light from Unifeeder and confirmed by DP World.
The newbuild vessels were officially named during a ceremony at the Changhong shipyard in Zhoushan, China.
They will join the Unifeeder fleet as part of a fleet renewal plan to deploy more efficient vessels as the company continues to test alternative fuels and monitor the availability of fuel supplies.
Both vessels are Sapphire 5300 compact gearless container ships, equipped with advanced maritime technologies, according to the company’s release.
Photo: Unifeeder, DP World
As Unifeeder reported yesterday, the vessel Navios Utmost is expected to save approximately 1,700 metric tonnes of bunker fuel annually, resulting in a 15% to 20% reduction in carbon emissions on its intended routes.
Their compact design allows for greater maneuverability and access to smaller ports, including inland terminals, creating new opportunities to expand supply chain networks.
The Navios Utmost will be integrated into Unifeeder’s Far East Madras Express Service (FME), while the Navios Unite will join the Asian Gulf India Service (AGI).
The company’s director global fleet, Morten Ranck, attended the official naming ceremony in China last week, and had the honor of revealing the name of Navios Utmost.
Ganesh Raj, global chief operating officer, marine services, said: “Our extensive network provides a vital link in regional and global supply chains, offering easy access to satellite ports.
“The addition of these new vessels enhances our ability to deliver flexible, reliable services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
“This investment strengthens our operational capabilities and reinforces our commitment to delivering value through an agile, efficient fleet.”
This year, Unifeeder completed long-term charter agreements for methanol-capable feeder vessels.
Other recent initiatives include a strategic collaboration with MPC Container Ships ASA to invest in energy efficiency technology, as well as the launch of ‘GreenBox,’ a new carbon insetting solution to decarbonize the seaborne sections of customers’ supply chains.
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