June 14, 2018
The Grimaldi Group has ordered six more units of the so-called Grimaldi Green Fifth Generation (GG5G) class. This brings the total to twelve, to be built in China, at the Jinling Shipyard. The vessels have been designed in close cooperation with Knud E Hansen.
Some particulars:
- Lithium batteries for in-port use, being recharged by shaft generators and solar panels.
- 7,800 lane meters
- 9 ships for Grimaldi, 3 for Finnlines (=ice class)
- Delivery 2020-2022.
Photo: Knud E. Hansen