Essberger’s newbuild push rolls on with up to six chemical tankers in China

German chemical tanker owner John T. Essberger is pressing ahead with its fleet renewal programme, signing up to six newbuildings at a another Chinese shipyard. The Hamburg-based group has placed firm orders for two 7,900 dwt duplex stainless steel chemical tankers, with two-plus-two options, at China Merchants Industry Yangzhou Dingheng. The vessels will be built …

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