On December 19, COSCO Shipping partnered with Everbright Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Hantong Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. in Nantong to sign agreements for the construction and long-term leasing of 10 new 82,000-ton bulk carriers, according to the company's release.
During the ceremony, COSCO’s Vice General Manager Shi Fuan and Everbright’s President Wei Chao officially signed the long-term leasing contracts, marking the start of a strong and strategic collaboration.
This partnership leverages COSCO’s expertise in shipping operations, Everbright’s financial strength, and Hantong’s shipbuilding excellence.