November 15, 2017
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd.
Delivery of 311,000 DWT-type VLCC “KISOGAWA”
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd., Tokyo, (hereafter called “K” Line) is proud to announce the delivery of “KISOGAWA,” a 311,000 DWT-type VLCC at Nantong Cosco KHI Ship Engineering Co., Ltd (hereafter called NACKS), China on November 15, 2017.
<Main Particulars>
| LOA | 339.50 m | DWT | 312,020 MT |
| Beam | 60.00 m | Gross Ton | 161,486 T |
| Depth | 28.90 m | Tank Capacity | 350,337 m3 |
| Draft | 21.00 m | Flag | Republic of Panama |
| Class | ABS |
< Features>
- The vessel achieves low fuel consumption (about 20% reduction compared with our conventional VLCC) by removing Bulbus Bow, applying ultra-long stroke slow speed main diesel engine and highly-efficient large diameter propeller.
- A ballast water management system ensures ocean habitat is protected from unwanted environmental effects.
“K” Line is committed to continue providing the most reliable and stable service possible to our valued customers with the highest standard of safety.
