CMA CGM Welcomes Latest Addition to Fleet
The French shipping and logistics powerhouse CMA CGM has officially taken delivery of its latest vessel, marking a significant expansion of its fleet. This new addition underscores the company’s commitment to enhancing its maritime capabilities and meeting growing global shipping demands. As CMA CGM continues to innovate, the delivery of this vessel is a pivotal moment in its ongoing efforts to strengthen its position in the competitive shipping industry.
Details of the New Vessel
The CMA CGM SEINE plays a crucial role in CMA CGM’s low-carbon strategy. The vessel integrates a dual-fuel propulsion system supported by GTT Mark III membrane-type LNG bunker tanks, with a total capacity of 18,600 cubic meters, designed to enhance both environmental performance and operational efficiency.
Measuring 399.9 meters in length and 61.3 meters in beam, the vessel has a carrying capacity of 23,876 TEU and is equipped with a WinGD W12X92DF-2.0 dual-fuel main engine, incorporating the Intelligent Control by Exhaust Recycling (iCER) system.
This configuration significantly reduces methane emissions and enables compliance with IMO Tier III emission standards when operating in “Diesel + iCER mode”. BV worked closely with the engine manufacturer and the shipyard to test the parent engine and issued the Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certificate, establishing a foundation for compliance across the series. The iCER system optimizes energy efficiency, achieving an Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) reduction well beyond the IMO’s Tier III standards.
