Pacific International Lines (PIL) announced the naming of its fourth 14,000 TEU LNG dual-fuel container vessel.
The boxship was named Kota Embun and was christened by Evelyn Ng, wife of Ng Kee Choe, Deputy Chairman of PIL, during a ceremony at Shanghai’s Jiangnan Shipyard.
Derived from the Malay word for “dew,” Embun symbolizes renewal and harmony with nature, reflecting PIL’s commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly shipping.
Part of PIL’s “E” Class series, these 14,000 TEU vessels are the largest in its fleet and the first to run on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). Kota Embun is also the first PIL vessel to feature a bow windshield, enhancing aerodynamics and improving fuel efficiency, with an expected 1% annual reduction in fuel consumption and emissions on the Far East to West Coast Central and South America Service 2 route.
Since 2022, PIL has ordered 18 newbuild vessels, including four 14,000 TEU ships and additional 8,000 TEU, 9,000 TEU, and 13,000 TEU vessels.
Lars Kastrup, CEO of PIL, stated, “The naming of Kota Embun, our fourth ‘E’ Class vessel, is a testament to the excellent progress we are making in our fleet renewal drive and journey towards greener shipping. We have another 14 new vessels of various capacities, equipped with LNG dual-fuel technology and other advancements. Each new vessel brings us closer to our goal of operating a more modern and environmentally friendly fleet. They enhance our ability to better meet global trade demands and support our customers with wider and more efficient services.”
