Chinese shipbuilders busy in domestic market

Chuandong Shipyard in China won an order for two 3,000 DWT chemical tankers from compatriot shipowner Changjiang Shipping Group. The 92.52 metre long and 15 metre wide newbuildings will be delivered in September and December 2005 and will.

Nantong Cosco KHI Ship Engineering(NACKS) delivered a 49,000 DWT bulk carrier to Chinese shipping company Jiangsu Ocean Shipping. Named Josco Suzhou, the ship particulars are 187.50 metres long and 31 etresm wide with a depth of 16.75 metres. Service speed is 16 knots.