MV Barzan UASC's Groundbreaking Eco Ship

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The MV Barzan UASC is an eco-ship that has made waves in the maritime industry. It's a game-changer in terms of sustainability.

The ship is powered by a combination of diesel and liquefied natural gas (LNG). LNG is a cleaner-burning fuel that produces fewer emissions.

One of the key features of the MV Barzan is its ability to switch between diesel and LNG fuel sources. This flexibility makes it an attractive option for shipping companies looking to reduce their environmental impact.

Ship Details

The MV Barzan is a Container Ship built in 2015. It's now 10 years old.

The vessel is currently sailing under the flag of Germany. This means it's registered and subject to the laws of Germany while at sea.

The Barzan is expected to arrive at the port of Algeciras, Spain on April 29 at 20:00.

Container Ship, IMO 9708851

The container ship BARZAN is a fascinating vessel. It's currently sailing under the flag of Germany.

Drone Photography of an Oil Tanker at Sea
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BARZAN was built in 2015 and is 10 years old. It's a relatively young ship, but it's already been making waves in the maritime industry.

BARZAN is managed by UASC Kuwait and classed with DNV GL. This means it meets certain safety and operational standards.

The ship has a multinational crew, which is not uncommon for vessels like BARZAN. It's a great way to bring together people from different countries and backgrounds.

BARZAN is part of the UASC service route AEC-1 Asia - Europe container service. This route takes it to various ports in North China, Central China, South China, South East Asia, and North Europe.

Here's a list of some of the ports BARZAN visits:

  • Qingdao, North China
  • Shanghai and Ningbo, Central China
  • Yantian, South China
  • Port Kelang and Singapore, South East Asia
  • London Gateway, Hamburg, Rotterdam and Zeebrugge, North Europe

BARZAN is a container ship with a unique identity. Its IMO number is 9708851, and its MMSI number is 211882920.

UASC First Eco-Friendly Mega Container Ship

The UASC "Barzan" is the industry's most eco-efficient container vessel, named at Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries in South Korea. It's a part of the industry's first LNG-ready ultra-large container vessel fleet.

View of Tank Containers with Petroleum
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With a loading capacity of 18,800TEU, the "Barzan" is the largest in UASC's fleet to date and sets new standards for fuel and energy efficiency. This is due to optimized vessel design and an array of propulsion and equipment efficiency technologies.

The "Barzan" has a CO2 output per TEU that is more than 60% below a 13,500 TEU vessel delivered just three years ago. This is a significant reduction in carbon emissions.

UASC is working to establish a range of additional metrics and targets to manage the efficiency of their vessels and drive further reduction in carbon emissions. This includes a goal to reduce emissions across all UASC vessels.

The "Barzan" is equipped with an eco-friendly system incorporating state-of-the-art technologies to meet reinforced maritime regulations and provide UASC with a competitive advantage.

Description and Background

The MV Barzan is an ultra-large container ship that was built for the United Arab Shipping Company in South Korea. It's the first of a series of six 18,800 TEU container ships.

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The Barzan was constructed by Hyundai Heavy Industries in Mokpo, South Korea, where it took six months to build from steel cutting to launching. It's a massive ship with a deadweight of 199,744 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 195,636.

The Barzan has a unique classification as the first ship to have "Gas Ready" class notation from DNV GL. This means it's designed to be ready for gas use.

The ship's energy efficiency is impressive, with an "Energy Efficiency Design Index" that's almost 50% less than the International Maritime Organization's limit set for 2025.

Gretchen Gerhold

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Gretchen Gerhold has established herself as a prolific writer, covering a diverse range of topics including logistics, trade, and economic development. Her articles on container terminals and the logistics sector in India provide deep insights into the complexities of modern supply chain management. Focusing on the state of Kerala, her work on the economy and transport in Kochi highlights the region's significant contributions to India's economic landscape.

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