Höegh Autoliners has taken delivery of the first of six new post-panamax vessels, all of which will be delivered over the next 18 months. The first vessel has been named Höegh Target and will be able to carry 8 500 car equivalent units (CEUs) on a deck space of 71 400 sqm.
The vessel has a door opening that is higher than Höegh Autoliners’ current vessels, which means cargo up to 6.5 metres high and 12 metres wide can be loaded on the ship. The ship also has stronger ramps allowing cargo weighing up to 375 tonnes to be loaded over the stern ramp and 22 tonnes over the side ramp.
The Höegh Target will make its maiden voyage from East Asia to Europe in early July, and will thereafter sail from Europe back to East Asia via Africa and Oceania.
Car carrier company takes delivery of first post-panamax vessel
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