Young Chinese carrier moves into ownership with boxship newbuilds

China’s Chenxin Shipping has taken the plunge into vessel ownership with an order for four newbuild containerships, signalling the young carrier’s intent to shift from slot-sharing to controlling its own tonnage. The 2023-established company has contracted two 4,350 teu ships and two 1,900 teu feeders, with deliveries scheduled for 2028. The deal also carries options …