First bulk carrier for Italian venture

The vessel, measuring 200m long and 60m wide, is powered by a MAN B&W ME engine and has a cruising speed of 14.5 knots. Daily fuel consumption of 25 tonnes represents a saving of around 6/7 tonnes of fuel compared to similar vessels in the class, the company said.

D’Amico and Coeclerici said that the new ship meets “the highest requirements in terms of safety, environmental protection, quality and efficiency”. It boasts construction features “intended for the achievement of ENVIRO (certification of double plated oil and fuel deposits) and GP (certificate indicating the lack of harmful materials for the environment or contaminants in construction)” class notation.

The delivery of the second sister ship is expected in September, while the third and fourth will be delivered in the second half of 2016. The construction and technical management of the vessels of the new dACC Maritime fleet has been entrusted to d’Amico Group, which will operate through Singaporean subsidiary Ishima Ship Management. Ishima is also responsible for supervising construction.

Cesare d’Amico, chief executive officer of d’Amico Group said: “We started along this path together two years ago with the aim of investing in eco-friendly, safe, innovative and highly-profitable vessels to place on the market.”

Paolo Clerici, chairman and chief executive officer of Coeclerici added: “The DACC Tirreno, as well as the other three vessels on their way, stand out on the international shipbuilding market in the Supramax category. Today more than ever, investing with a focus on quality, technology and innovation is rewarding and represents the true competitive advantage on complex international markets.”