The following release was published by Wan Hai:
Wan Hai Lines held ship naming ceremonies for WAN HAI 372 and WAN HAI 376 accompanied by a charity donation event today (11th April) at Japan Marine United Corporation ARIAKE Shipyard. WAN HAI 372 and WAN HAI 376 are two vessels in the series of 3,055 TEU containerships built by Japan Marine United Corporation ARIAKE Shipyard. Ms. TSENG, LING-LIN, spouse of Mr. Steve Chang, Executive Vice President Commercial Department of Oriental Petrochemical (Taiwan) Co., Ltd. and Ms. YINGYING CHENG, spouse of Mr. AKITATSU SUZUKI, President of UNEI SHOJI CO., LTD, christened these two vessels respectively during the ceremony. Wan Hai Lines has ordered a third batch of 3,055TEU series vessels from Japan Marine United Corporation. This batch totals twelve (12) vessels. WAN HAI 372, and WAN HAI 376 are the 8th and 11th vessels in this series of 3,055 TEU vessels. They are all built by Japan Marine United Corporation ARIAKE Shipyard. This vessel series uses LSFO (Low Sulfur Fuel Oil) and is equipped with new energy-saving equipment, it takes energy efficiency and environment friendly aspects into account. Besides, all the ships delivered are also certified with “Smart Ship” notations. These new smart vessels are part of Wan Hai’s efforts to pursue fleet upgrading and enhance our commitment to quality and eco-friendly shipping services. In addition to naming the newbuilding, Wan Hai also made a charity donation of necessities to a charity organization in Japan – Yudehikaridoen. We hope our contribution could help the local community and those in need. The charity donation represents part of Wan Hai Lines motto, “We carry, we care.”, as the company is committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibility, providing quality service to customers and bringing love to the society.
Source: Wan Hai