Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd. (OOCL) proudly announced the naming of its inaugural 16,828 TEU container vessel, the “OOCL Bauhinia,” during a ceremony at the Dalian COSCO KHI Ship Engineering Co., Ltd. (DACKS) shipyard. This vessel marks the first of ten new ships in the 16,000 TEU category ordered by OOCL, showcasing the company’s commitment to innovation in container shipping.
Uniquely, the OOCL Bauhinia is part of a new series of vessels named after flowers, with “Bauhinia” holding particular significance as it is the city flower of Hong Kong—an integral part of OOCL’s heritage over the past 55 years. The naming celebrates the company’s deep-rooted relationship with Hong Kong, a major global maritime hub known for its pivotal role in the shipping industry.
The OOCL Bauhinia measures an impressive 366.99 meters in length, 51.0 meters in width, and 30.2 meters in depth, featuring a design draft of 14.5 meters. This vessel is engineered to navigate the newly expanded locks of the Panama Canal, allowing for greater operational flexibility. As a next-generation NeoPanamax container ship, it adheres to stringent environmental regulations, setting industry benchmarks in environmental design, energy efficiency, digital intelligence, safety, and onboard comfort through advanced technologies.
The ship’s naming was honored by Ms. Xiaoli Ma, Managing Director of COSCO-HIT Terminals (Hong Kong) Limited, who served as the vessel’s sponsor, alongside esteemed guest Mr. Lianjun Li, Senior Partner at Reed Smith Richards Butler LLP. The ceremony was attended by numerous guests, partners, and customers, celebrating this significant milestone for OOCL.
Mr. Peter Pan, Director and Member of the Executive Committee at OOCL, expressed his appreciation to DACKS for their exceptional craftsmanship in constructing the vessel. He highlighted the ship’s advanced eco-friendly technologies and substantial carrying capacity as vital improvements for shipping efficiency. “With the new ship in operation, OOCL aims to enhance shipping efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, contributing to sustainable development,” he stated.
The OOCL Bauhinia is set to join the Trans-Pacific Trade PCC1 service, establishing connections between Asia and the U.S. West Coast with a round-trip that includes ports in Ningbo, Shanghai, Pusan, and Long Beach over a 42-day schedule.
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