Asyad Shipping receives MR chemical tanker from Chinese shipyard

Oman-based Asyad Shipping has taken delivery of Manah, the first of two IMO Type II medium range (MR) chemical tankers being built by Lianyungang Shipbuilding Yard in China.

A joint naming ceremony for Manah and its sister vessel, Marbat, was held on August 6, with both ships named after historic towns in Oman.

Following delivery, Manah will commence a three-year time charter, while Marbat is scheduled for delivery next month under a similar three-year charter agreement.

Chief Executive Officer Dr. Ibrahim Al-Nadhairi said the company was pleased to welcome the first of the two newbuildings into its product tanker fleet.