Core Viewpoint - Company announced the order of 18 container ships with a total investment of RMB 187.68 billion, which includes 12 LNG dual-fuel container ships and 6 conventional fuel container ships [1][4][10] Group 1: Investment Details - The company signed contracts for 12 LNG dual-fuel container ships with a unit price of RMB 13.99 billion, totaling RMB 167.88 billion, expected to be delivered between 2028 and 2029 [1][7] - The company also ordered 6 conventional fuel container ships at a unit price of RMB 3.3 billion, totaling RMB 19.8 billion, with delivery planned between June and December 2028 [4][10] Group 2: Strategic Implications - The new ships will be deployed on major east-west trade routes to enhance service quality and optimize cost structures [2][8] - The investment aligns with the company's strategy to respond to global green low-carbon initiatives and to develop a clean fuel fleet, supporting the transition to green, low-carbon, and intelligent shipping [2][8] - The addition of 3,000 TEU wide-body ships will provide stable capacity for regional operations, reduce shipping costs, and enhance customer service capabilities in emerging and regional markets [6][12]
中远海控重磅大单!超180亿订造18艘集装箱船