CMA CGM names 15,000 TEU methanol-powered vessel

CMA CGM has officially named CMA CGM ROI ARTHUR, a new methanol-powered container ship with a capacity of 15,000 TEUs.

The vessel will join the French carrier’s REX2 service as part of its new generation of ships designed to support the decarbonisation of maritime transport.

Methanol propulsion supports fleet transition

CMA CGM said the use of methanol will help reduce atmospheric emissions and support the shipping industry’s energy transition.

The carrier did not provide further technical information about the vessel’s propulsion system, shipyard, delivery date or initial deployment schedule.

Naming ceremony welcomes new vessel

Captain Roman Didenko, Master of CMA CGM ROI ARTHUR, attended the vessel’s naming ceremony.

Sun Lijun served as the ship’s godmother. She is Vice Chairman of Tianjin Bridge Welding Materials Group and Vice President of the Tianjin Women Entrepreneurs Association.

CMA CGM ROI ARTHUR is now preparing to join the REX2 service.

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