Tsuneishi Shipbuilding’s Zhoushan yard has launched its largest-ever container vessel, a 5,915 TEU methanol dual-fuel carrier scheduled for 2026 delivery. Equipped with MT-FAST energy-saving fins and shore power systems, the ship marks a milestone in Tsuneishi’s push toward carbon-neutral, next-generation shipping solutions.
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| The 5,915 TEU methanol dual-fuel container ship, the largest ever built by Tsuneishi Group (Zhoushan) Shipbuilding, is floated out at the company’s Zhoushan yard. |
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding’s Chinese subsidiary, Tsuneishi Group (Zhoushan) Shipbuilding Inc., has launched its largest container carrier to date—a methanol dual-fuel vessel with a capacity of 5,915 TEUs, including 1,400 reefer slots. The ship was floated out on August 27, 2025, and is scheduled for delivery in February 2026.
The vessel features an optimized hull design and the proprietary MT-FAST energy-saving system, which uses multi-fin water flow regulation to boost propulsion efficiency by about 4%. This allows the ship to achieve competitive fuel economy compared with conventional fuel-oil vessels in the same class. Both the main engine and onboard generators, including the HiMSEN 8H32DF-LM engine developed by HD Hyundai, can run on methanol. Importantly, the design is compatible with green methanol produced from recovered CO₂ or biomass, enabling a significant step toward carbon-neutral operations.
In addition, the ship is equipped with large-capacity shore power connectivity, allowing it to shut down onboard generators during port stays to reduce emissions. This capability reflects growing regulatory and market pressure for environmentally responsible shipping.
President Murakami Yoshifumi called the launch “a historic milestone” for Tsuneishi’s Zhoushan yard, highlighting the company’s ambition to deliver next-generation ships that combine efficiency, safety, and sustainability. With this vessel, Tsuneishi positions itself as a key player in meeting the rising global demand for greener shipping solutions.