Vietnam's Parung Shipyard has delivered a 13,000 DWT (deadweight tonnage) tanker and chemical ship while simultaneously commencing construction on a new vessel, continuing its trend of securing high-value ship orders. The shipyard's collaboration with South Korean owner Yentec is also expanding, strengthening its position in the international market.
On May 29, local time, Vietnamese media reported that Parung delivered the 13,000 DWT tanker and chemical ship BS NGHI SON (series number 13K-YN04) to Yentec and held a steel cutting ceremony for the new vessel 13K-YN08 at the same event. This occasion highlighted Parung's consistent production system for the 13,000 DWT series.
The delivered BS NGHI SON is a 13,000 DWT tanker and chemical ship designed by South Korea's Far East Ship Design (FESDEC) and certified by Korean Register (KR). The vessel measures 128.6 meters in length, 20.4 meters in width, and 11.5 meters in depth, with a design draft of 8.7 meters. This Handysize-class vessel is widely used for transporting oil and chemical products on international routes.
The company stated that after completing construction, sea trials, and technical inspections, the ship met all contractual quality, safety, and technical standards before delivery to the owner.
The steel cutting for the 13K-YN08 marks the first step in the new construction project, transitioning into the production phase. The simultaneous delivery of BS NGHI SON and the commencement of 13K-YN08 clearly demonstrate the uninterrupted production of the 13,000 DWT series.
The vessel was received by South Korean company Yentec, which has been a key partner for Parung in various collaborations.
Earlier, on April 22, Parung signed a construction contract and a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Yentec for ten 6,500 DWT tanker and chemical ships. These vessels will feature a double-hull structure and are planned to be approximately 109.45 meters long, 18.2 meters wide, with a design draft of 6.8 meters and a cruising speed of 13.5 knots. The project will adhere to Korean Register (KR) standards and will be implemented over several years.
Parung is a subsidiary of Vietnam's state-owned shipbuilding group SBIC. The company began its operations as a marine vessel repair facility, with its first new construction product being a 4,200-ton floating dock, followed by a 6,300 DWT cargo ship. It has since expanded its range to include bulk carriers from 6,500 to 20,000 DWT and 34,000 DWT vessels.
With nearly 50 years of operation, the company has built a workforce of around 950 and has accumulated thousands of repair records while broadening its collaboration with foreign owners from countries such as Russia, Germany, South Korea, and Greece.
Tanker and chemical ships must meet stringent standards for hazardous material transport, fire prevention, environmental protection, and operational safety. A company representative explained that the delivery of BS NGHI SON and the start of 13K-YN08 construction are results of close collaboration among the owner, partners, and in-house technical teams.
Looking ahead, Parung plans to focus on new construction and repair projects, enhancing production management, process control, and quality and safety management to actively respond to the needs of domestic and international customers.
The delivery of the 13,000 DWT vessel and multiple construction contracts for 6,500 DWT ships exemplify Parung's solidifying foundation in the tanker and chemical ship sector.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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