Bach Dang shipbuilder launches 17,500dwt cargo ship for export to Korea

Hai Phong City’s Bach Dang Shipbuilding Industry Corp yesterday launched the 17,500dwt cargo ship named that will be exported to Korean buyer Shinsung Marine Transportation Co.

The ship, named Shinsung Accord, has the capacity of 6,060 horse-power, speed of 13.2 knots an hour.

The ship will be handed over to the Korean firm by this August end.

After launching Shinsung Accord, two parties signed a deal to build the second 17,50dwt cargo ship of four ordered by Korea.

Previously, Bach Dang shipyard had built four 4,500m3 gas vessels for an Italian investor.

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Tags: Bach Dang Shipbuilding Industry Corp, Vietnam shipping industry