Bow Persistent naming ceremony takes place

Bow Persistent naming ceremony takes place


Bow Persistent, Odfjell’s newly-built chemical tanker, was officially named in a ceremony held on January 9 at the Fukuoka shipyard in Nagasaki, Japan. 

“Alongside with her sister ship Bow Prosper, Bow Persistent will add high-quality tonnage to Odfjell’s specialized fleet of supersegregators”, Odfjell said in a statement. 

The launch is part of Odfjell’s ongoing comprehensive fleet renewal: “From 2017 to 2020, we welcome 30 brand new ships, making our fleet of chemical tankers one of the world’s most eco-friendly and energy-efficient” it said.

Kristian Mørch, Odfjell’s CEO, said: “Odfjell was instrumental in inventing and establishing the chemical tanker parcel trade, and we work tirelessly to bring the industry forward through numerous improvements to safety, improved procedures, equipment, and ship concepts. With the introduction of these vessels, we will further improve our environmental footprint.”

Bow Persistent and Bow Prosper are tailor-made to carry Propylene Oxide and have Thermal Oil heating capacity. 

Bow Prosper will be delivered on bareboat charter in February, while Bow Persistent is delivered in June. Both ships will be commercially managed by Odfjell Tankers and manned by Odfjell seafarers. The two 36,000 dwt ships have technical solutions and features that break new grounds for chemical tankers. 

For more information visit www.odfjell.com

28th January 2020