March 6, 2026
FSN normally does not cover PCTC (Pure Car and Truck Carrier) orders. However, this one is interesting because it focuses on smaller, flexible vessels designed for the European short-sea market.
Key points
- 3,000 CEU capacity, significantly smaller than typical deep-sea PCTCs, making them suitable for regional trades.
- Multi-fuel LNG engines with battery-hybrid systems, capable of running on liquefied biomethane (LBM).
- Ballast-free design and aerodynamic hull aimed at reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
- Enhanced safety architecture, with improved fire detection, monitoring and containment systems.
- Nine-deck configuration with stronger and higher decks, allowing transport of larger high & heavy cargo and project cargo.
- Shore power capability and real-time emissions monitoring.
- Advanced digital systems to improve operational performance and lifecycle management.
The vessels will be built at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Nanjing) and are scheduled for delivery in early 2028. UECC already has two larger 4,500 CEU vessels on order at the same yard.
