German owners line up MPP newbuild series in China

Germany’s HS Shipping Group (HS Schiffahrt) has teamed up with shipping financier Mare Trust for a major push into the multipurpose heavylift segment, securing newbuildings at Jiangsu Soho Marine Heavy Industry in China. The partners confirmed firm orders for four 12,500 dwt vessels, with deliveries scheduled between August 2027 and February 2029. Options have been …