Kampen, Netherlands-based Royal T Shipyards (as the former Thecla Bodewes Shipyard<\/a> is now known since being honored with the \u201cRoyal\u201d designation earlier this year) has successful christening and launched thr MV Vertom Quina, the tenth vessel in the advanced and energy-efficient LABRAX <\/a>series of diesel-electric coasters for Rhoon, Netherlands-based Vertom Group.<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cThe launch of MV Vertom Quina is a truly special moment,\u201d said Royal T Shipyards CEO Thecla Bodewes. \u201cNot only does it reflect the strong and long-standing partnership between Royal T Shipyards and Vertom, but it also represents the tenth vessel in a series that embodies our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and high-quality craftsmanship. This milestone is a tribute to the dedication of everyone involved \u2013 from our engineers and welders to project leaders and partners.<\/p>\n Measuring 118.60 meters in length with a beam of 14.30 meters, MV Vertom Quina <\/em>features a full-box cargo hold of 329,700 cubic feet and advanced diesel-electric propulsion.<\/p>\n This design, shared across the ten-vessel series, delivers significant fuel savings, low emissions, and readiness for alternative zero-emission fuels.<\/p>\n Royal T Shipyards says the design reflects its long-standing focus on modular construction, future-proof engineering, and emission-free operations \u2013 expertise built over 15 years and more than 200 vessels delivered.<\/p>\n \u201cEvery vessel is a collective achievement,\u201d Bodewes added. \u201cFrom the first sheet of steel to the final commissioning, our teams and our partners bring craftsmanship, creativity, and discipline together. The MV Vertom Quina is a proud demonstration of what we can achieve\u2014and an inspiration for the future vessels we will build.\u201d<\/p>\n The vessel will undergo final outfitting at Royal T Shipyards in Kampen before heading to Harlingen for sea trials and delivery later this year.<\/p>\n The post Royal T Shipyards launches and christens its 10th LABRAX vessel<\/a> appeared first on Marine Log<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nA decade of collaboration<\/h5>\n
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