Pacific International Lines (PIL) has named its fourth 14,000 TEU LNG dual-fuel container vessel, “Kota Embun,” at a ceremony held in the Shanghai shipyard. The vessel is notable as the first PIL vessel to feature an innovative bow windshield designed to improve aerodynamics and reduce fuel consumption, leading to lower emissions.
Mrs. Evelyn Ng, wife of PIL Deputy Chairman Mr. Ng Kee Choe, named and christened the vessel. The name “Kota Embun” translates to “dew” in Malay, symbolizing renewal and harmony with nature, reflecting the vessel’s role in promoting sustainable shipping practices.
“Kota Embun” is the last of the four 14,000 TEU vessels in PIL’s “E” Class series. These vessels, constructed by Jiangnan Shipyard, are the largest in PIL’s fleet and the first to operate on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).
PIL CEO Lars Kastrup stated, “The naming of Kota Embun, our fourth ‘E’ Class vessel, is a testament to the excellent progress we are making in our fleet renewal drive and journey towards greener shipping. We have another 14 new vessels of various capacities, equipped with LNG dual-fuel technology and other advancements. Each new vessel brings us closer to our goal of operating a more modern and environmentally friendly fleet. They enhance our ability to better meet global trade demands and support our customers with wider and more efficient services.”
The innovative bow windshield on “Kota Embun” is expected to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by 1% annually on the Far East to West Coast Central and South America Service 2 route where the vessel will be deployed.
Since 2022, PIL has ordered a total of 18 newbuild vessels, including four 14,000 TEU, four 8,000 TEU, five 13,000 TEU, and five 9,000 TEU vessels.
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