Vertom's eighth 7,280 dwt diesel-electric ship hits the water

Dutch shortsea shipping company Vertom Group has launched and christened its eighth 7,280 dwt diesel-electric multipurpose dry cargo ship at Thecla Bodewes Shipyards.

The launch and christening ceremony for the Vertom Joyce was held on April 10 at the shipyard in Kampen.

Vertom Joyce measures 118.60 meters in length with a beam of 14.30 meters and a full-box cargo hold capacity of 329,700 cubic feet. The vessel features a diesel-electric propulsion system which is said to reduce energy consumption while enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring that it delivers cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions for global maritime logistics.

Arjan de Jong, CEO of Vertom Group,commented: “From designer to shipyard, from the suppliers to the sailors, every contribution has helped make this vessel a reality. The MV Vertom Joyce represents more than engineering and design, it reflects the values we share as an organization and as a community. Built on relationships grounded in trust, mutual understanding, and shared goals, this vessel stands as a collective achievement of all who contributed. These values will continue to guide us as we build the future of