Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd. (“OOCL”) celebrated the naming
of its third brand new 16,828 TEU container vessel “OOCL Sunflower” at
Dalian COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co., Ltd. (“DACKS”) on 11 Jan 2025.
“OOCL Sunflower” was named and blessed by Mrs. Jenny King, Director and
General Manager of INTCO Recycling Resources Co., Ltd. under the
witness of many guests, partners and customers. This series of latest
eco-friendly vessels, each with a capacity of 16,828 TEU, incorporates
cutting-edge technology that delivers exceptional intelligence, superior
environmental performance, and outstanding operational efficiency.
Designed to not only meet but exceed current environmental standards,
this series underscores OOCL’s commitment to sustainable development.
Mr. Michael Xu, Director and Member of Executive Committee of OOCL,
said at the ceremony: “We are confident that this ship will
significantly enhance our ability to connect the world and serve our
customers in future voyages. As we look ahead to 2025, the shipping
industry is set to face both opportunities and challenges. OOCL's fleet
structure will be further optimized, with more efficient and
environmentally friendly new vessels set to deliver and sail,
positioning us for future growth. We believe our vessels will continue
to serve as a vital link connecting global markets, facilitating trade
development, and delivering enhanced, environmentally friendly
end-to-end integrated logistics services to our customers.”
The “OOCL Sunflower” will be serving OOCL’s Trans-Pacific Trade ECX1
service. The port rotation is: Hong Kong / Yantian / Xiamen / Shanghai /
New York / Savannah / Charleston / Laem Chabang / Cai Mep / Hong Kong
in a 91-day round trip.
Source: OOCL
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