Vertom embraces sustainability as it welcomes seventh 7,280 dwt green fuels-ready diesel-electric ship

Dutch shortsea shipping company Vertom Group has taken delivery of Vertom Willemijn, a 7,280 dwt multipurpose dry cargo ship featuring diesel-electric propulsion.

The newbuild joined the Vertom fleet after completing sea trials, the company said.

Built at Thecla Bodewes Shipyards in Kampen, Vertom Willemijn is the seventh unit in the LABRAX series, a fleet of twelve vessels “designed to set new benchmarks for sustainability and efficiency in maritime shipping”. Each vessel is equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system, featuring four generator sets that are said to minimize energy consumption, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and lower overall maintenance costs.

With a future-ready design, these vessels are prepared to integrate alternative fuels and advanced power sources, supporting the industry’s transition to zero-emission shipping. Each ship has a length of 118.6 meters, a beam of 14.3 meters and a two fully box-shaped cargo holds offering 329,700 cuft capacity.

The Dutch shipbuilder christened and launched the multipurpose ship in December 2024.

Ready to contribute to the global maritime industry’s net-zero goals, Vertom Willemijn joined its six sister ships Vertom Patty, Vertom Cyta, Vertom Tomma, Vertom Anne Marit, Vertom Anette and Vertom Lisa.

In related news, Vertom Group recently placed an order for four pink 10,700 dwt geared multipurpose vessels at India’s Chowgule shipyard. Slated for delivery in 2027 and 2028, the units will have a diesel-electric propulsion system.

In early 2024, Vertom Group also Vertom ordered twelve diesel-electric vessels in India twelve 5,600 dwt diesel-electric vessels at Chowgule. The 5,600 dwt series will be equipped with engines according to IMO Tier III regulations. Its design contains one box-shaped dry cargo hold, fitted for bulk cargoes. 

The first unit from this batch, Vertom Rita, was handed over to the company two months ago.