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Mitsui Shipyard Delivers SISKIN ARROW
One of the world’s biggest open hatch bulkers…
Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MES) completed and delivered a 72,800 dwt type Open Hatch Jib Crane General Cargo Carrier “SISKIN ARROW” (MES Hull No. 1839) at its Chiba Works to Misuga S.A., Panama, on January 21, 2014. This is the 4th vessel of its series which has a large cargo hold capacity of more than 86,600 m3 with 8 box-shaped cargo holds.
The 210 metre long vessel is one of the largest open hatch general cargo carriers in the world with eight (8) box-shaped cargo holds and four (4) jib cranes for handling cargo.
The vessel has three (3) pairs of piggyback-type hatch covers to enable large hatch openings.
The vessel has large hatch openings, with no protruding object, and higher structural reliability with the characteristic structure of the hatch corners.
In consideration of carrying forest products, bulkheads of cargo hold have no protruding objects and dehumidifier system is provided.
Fittings for container and packaged lumber loading are fitted on the hatch covers.
A hydrodynamic energy saving device on the rudder achieves good propulsive performance.
MITSUI-MAN B&W Diesel Engine 5S60ME-C8 is a light, compact and high output electronically controlled engine complying with MARPOL NOx restriction for exhaust gas.
The bow thruster and high-lift rudder enables good maneuverability in port.
The vessel has a ballast water treatment system for protection of marine environment in advance of forthcoming entry into force of Ballast Water Management Convention.
Mitsui Shipyard Delivers SISKIN ARROW One of the world"s biggest open hatch bulkers...