James Fisher and Sons plc has ordered four state-of-the-art vessels from China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Yangzhou) Dingheng Co Ltd., according to the company's release.
The new tankers, which will carry oil products and IMO Class II chemicals, will have LNG dual fuel propulsion capability that will help to reduce operational CO2 emissions and associated environmental impact over the long-term.
A number of successful features that will add to the overall sustainability of the new builds have been carried over from recent additions to the company’s fleet, vessels Sir John Fisher and Lady Maria Fisher.
These include optimised hull form, waste heat recovery through cooling water and exhaust gas, 100 percent LED lighting and environmentally controlled engine room fans. In addition, the vessels will incorporate further energy efficiency measures to enhance their sustainability, in particular to address emissions in port.
Steel cutting took place in November 2024, with delivery of the first tanker expected at the end of 2025. The new vessels are a key part of the company’s strategy for the future, to enhance its service offering and operational efficiency.