Bangladesh’s Akij books four bulker newbuilds in China

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Bangladesh's Akij Resource has entered the newbuilding market by ordering four bulk carriers from Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering in China. The vessels will each have a capacity of 63,800 dwt, although delivery dates and prices remain undisclosed.

Bangladesh’s Akij Resource has moved into the newbuilding market with an order for four bulk carriers in China. The Dhaka-based group has signed with Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering for four 63,800 dwt vessels. No price or delivery dates have been disclosed. The deal adds another international name to Nantong Xiangyu’s growing ultramax orderbook. …