CMB.TECH expands green fleet with new ammonia-ready 210,000 dwt bulker

Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding Heavy Industry (BSIC), part of China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), has handed over an eco-friendly 210,000 dwt bulk carrier to Belgian shipowner CMB.TECH.

According to the shipbuilder, the newbuilding, which has been christened Mineral Sverige, was delivered on April 23, 2025. The 300-meter-long bulker is understood to be the fourteenth unit of its series, and the seventh ship delivered by Beihai Shipbuilding so far this year.

As disclosed, Mineral Sverige was designed with energy efficiency as well as sustainability in mind. The newbuilding—which is ammonia-ready—was built to meet Tier III emission requirements as set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). It is expected that the bulker could cut down on nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by more than 75%.

Since the summer of 2021, Beihai Shipbuilding and CMB.TECH signed contracts for the construction of over 30 vessels, including at least five very large crude oil tankers (VLCCs) and twenty-eight 210,000-ton bulkers.

Back in September last year, the Antwerp-headquartered maritime transportation player joined forces with China State Shipbuilding Corporation once again. As divulged, the partnership would explore ships powered by