Wallenius Wilhelmsen expands fleet with MV Porgy

Wallenius Wilhelmsen expands fleet with MV Porgy
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RoRo specialist Wallenius Wilhelmsen has expanded its fleet with the acquisition MV Porgy, a vessel previously owned by Wall Ro/Ro AB. The company added that the vessel has already been a valued member of its time charter fleet. Now it has been officially purchased and integrated into its fleet.Ā 

]Currently at IMC Shipyard in Zhoushan, China, Porgy is set for a 15-year dry docking next week with major sustainability upgrades: enhanced crew accommodations, state-of-the-art navigational equipment, and energy-efficient engine upgrades.

Additionally, Wallenius Wilhelmsen will install a CO2 firefighting system for top-notch safety.

“The acquisition of Porgy and the planned upgrades underscore our commitment to maintaining a modern, efficient, and sustainable fleet. We look forward to Porgyā€™s continued service under our flag, contributing to the strength and sustainability of our fleet,ā€¯ said Fagerheim Geir, SVP Marine Operations.

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Wallenius Wilhelmsen expands fleet with MV Porgy

Wallenius Wilhelmsen expands fleet with MV Porgy

Wallenius Wilhelmsen expands fleet with MV Porgy
Photo Wallenius Wilhelmsen

RoRo specialist Wallenius Wilhelmsen has expanded its fleet with the acquisition MV Porgy, a vessel previously owned by Wall Ro/Ro AB. The company added that the vessel has already been a valued member of its time charter fleet. Now it has been officially purchased and integrated into its fleet.Ā 

]Currently at IMC Shipyard in Zhoushan, China, Porgy is set for a 15-year dry docking next week with major sustainability upgrades: enhanced crew accommodations, state-of-the-art navigational equipment, and energy-efficient engine upgrades.

Additionally, Wallenius Wilhelmsen will install a CO2 firefighting system for top-notch safety.

“The acquisition of Porgy and the planned upgrades underscore our commitment to maintaining a modern, efficient, and sustainable fleet. We look forward to Porgyā€™s continued service under our flag, contributing to the strength and sustainability of our fleet,ā€¯ said Fagerheim Geir, SVP Marine Operations.

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