By interlink | 06/05/2025

OOCL Spends Over $3 Billion to Order 14 Methanol-Powered Supercarriers – Expanding Fleet, Towards Global Green Shipping

OOCL Invests Heavily in Sustainable Development Strategy

OOCL – one of the world’s leading container shipping companies – has just signed a $3.08 billion contract to build 14 new methanol-fueled container ships. This is a strategic move to expand its fleet and clearly demonstrate its commitment to green and sustainable shipping.

The ships will be built at two key factories of COSCO Shipping

The new super-ships will be constructed at two factories belonging to the parent company COSCO Shipping:

  • Nantong Factory
  • Dalian Factory

Each ship is valued at approximately $220 million, this project is part of a plan to modernize and “green” the global shipping fleet.

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Methanol Technology – A Step Forward in Decarbonization

OOCL’s new container ships will be equipped with dual-fuel engines capable of running on methanol – an environmentally friendly alternative fuel increasingly favored in the maritime industry. The use of methanol significantly reduces CO₂ emissions, aligning with increasingly stringent environmental regulations and global customer expectations.

OOCL chi hơn 3 tỷ USD để đặt đóng 14 siêu tàu chạy methanol - Mở rộng đội tàu, hướng tới vận tải xanh toàn cầu

OOCL Spain’s ship at the Nantong shipyard (Source: Phaata)

OOCL and its Long-Term Strategy with COSCO Shipping

OOCL is currently a subsidiary of Orient Overseas (International), with COSCO Shipping holding the majority stake. Investing in methanol-fueled ships not only expands operational scale but also represents a long-term step in a sustainable logistics development strategy, contributing to a new era for the shipping industry: more efficient, greener, and smarter.

OOCL chi hơn 3 tỷ USD để đặt đóng 14 siêu tàu chạy methanol

Interlink Closely Follows Global Logistics Trends

In the context of the logistics industry undergoing a strong transformation to adapt to the requirements of sustainable development, clean energy, and carbon emission reduction, Interlink always aims to quickly and accurately update itself on key changes from the domestic and international markets. We understand that, to optimize the supply chain for businesses, grasping trends such as green transport, alternative fuel ships, and digital transformation in logistics management is a key factor in creating a competitive advantage.

With over 23 years of experience in the logistics field, Interlink not only provides multimodal transport services – from sea and road to air – but also offers comprehensive consulting solutions to help businesses reduce costs, shorten delivery times, and access globally adopted green logistics standards.

We place particular emphasis on advanced operating models, such as low-carbon logistics, the use of environmentally friendly vehicles, and the application of digital technology to supply chain management. When OOCL and major corporations like COSCO invest in methanol-laden vessels, it’s not just a step forward for the shipping industry – it’s a clear signal that logistics service providers need to be flexible, adaptable, and enhance their capabilities to support customers in a new era.

At Interlink, every solution aims to optimize operational efficiency and ensure long-term sustainable development for businesses. We are committed to being a reliable partner, constantly innovating to keep pace with the development of the global logistics industry.

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