Sanoyas delivers two Handymax bulkers
Sanoyas
Hishino Meisho Corp. has completed two 55,000DWT Handymax bulk
carrier ships, Nissos
Kypros and Nissos Hios, delivered to Tramontana Shipping Company
Ltd. and Pounentes Shipping Company Ltd., respectively. The
vessels employ a newly developed hull form for the largest capacity
as a Handymax bulk carrier. The hull has the maximum beam of
32.26m allowed for the passage of the Panama Canal. Cargo capacity
in both dwt and volume is larger than the conventional Handymax,
and propulsion efficiency and fuel consumption are improved
as well. Five cargo holds are arranged in the centerline, and
the bridge, engine room, and accommodation quarters are located
aft. The cargo holds are the topside tank and hopper bottom
type for efficiently loading bulk cargoes such as coal, iron
ore, and grain. All hatches measure over 20m in length for loading
lengthy cargoes like steel pipes. CO2 fire extinguishing systems
and mechanical ventilators are provided to cope with dangerous
cargoes. The reinforced double bottom permits loading of heavy
cargoes such as hot coils and other steel products. Cargo handling
equipment consists of four 35t deck cranes and four grab buckets
for efficient cargo handling. Hatch covers of the cargo
ships are the end-folding type driven by the electro-hydraulic
system. The main engine uses a slowspeed, super-long stroke,
and 2-cycle diesel engine suitable for turning a large diameter
propeller. The Sanoyas Tandem Fin (STF) is adopted for the stern
to improve propulsion. The combination reduces fuel consumption.
The cargo and cruise
ships have acquired the LRS UMS notation for unmanned engine
operation.
Ship's Specifications:
Hull No.: 1203
L (o.a.) x L (b.p.) x B x D x d: 189.90m x 183.00m x 32.26m
x 17.20m x 12.235m
DWT/GT: 55,222mt/31,169
Cargo capacity: 69,428m3 (grain)
Speed, service: abt. 14.7kt
Main engine: MAN B&W 6S50MC-C diesel x 1 unit
MCR: 12,870 hp
