DP World has expanded its Marine Services fleet with the addition of two newly built vessels, Navios Utmost and Navios Unite.
These vessels were officially named during a ceremony at the Changhong shipyard in Zhoushan, China.
“Investing in these state-of-the-art vessels underlines DP World’s unwavering commitment to driving sustainability and operational efficiency across the global maritime sector,” stated Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World.
Both ships will join the Unifeeder fleet as part of a fleet renewal strategy aimed at deploying more efficient vessels and testing alternative fuels.
Navios Utmost and Navios Unite are Sapphire 5300 compact gearless container vessels, equipped with advanced technologies to improve cargo handling efficiency, lower operational costs, and promote sustainability in the shipping sector.
Furthermore, the vessels feature hull optimization and energy-saving technologies to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.
Navios Utmost will be deployed on Unifeeder’s Far East Madras Express Service (FME), while Navios Unite will operate within DP World’s Asian Gulf India Service (AGI).
“The addition of these new vessels enhances our ability to deliver flexible, reliable services that meet the evolving needs of our customers. This investment strengthens our operational capabilities and reinforces our commitment to delivering value through an agile, efficient fleet,” said Ganesh Raj, Global Chief Operating Officer of Marine Services.
