Finland-based shipping company Finnlines has launched the second hybrid Ro-Ro vessel, MS Finneco II, and laid the keel for the third vessel, Finneco III.
Chinese Jinling shipyard in Nanjing has been tasked with the construction of the series of three Ro-Ro vessels.
The first of the hybrid Ro-Ro vessels, Finneco I, will enter sea trials in September, when the speed, manoeuvring, machinery, electrical installations and other equipment will be tested.
With a length of 238m and breadth of 34m, the vessels will have a deadweight of 17,100 metric tonnes and lane length of 5,800m.
In comparison with the largest vessels currently in the fleet, these hybrid newbuilds will have around 40% more cargo-carrying capacity.
Cargo loading and unloading will be managed through three ramps.