SMC News

SMC is pleased to announce the Delivery of 2,400 TEU container vessel, Hull No. YZJ2015-2225 (mv “CUL KLANG”) at New Yangzi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd, China. This is the 2nd vessel in a series of 2 x 2,400 TEU container vessels ordered by C.U. Lines Limited, China.

The vessel was classed by LR and built to Singapore flag requirements.

SMC is pleased to announce Delivery of 63,600 DWT bulk carrier, Hull No. N1089 (mv “HG HAMBURG”) at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd, Zhoushan, China. This is the fourth vessel in a series of eight vessels ordered by Bank of Communications Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. Shanghai, China.

The vessel will be classed by BV and built to Liberia flag requirements, scheduled to be delivered on 8th March 2024.

SMC is pleased to announce Steel Cutting of 62,000 DWT Heavy-lift Multi-purpose vessel, Hull No. CX9606 at CSSC Chengxi Shipyard (Yangzhou), China. This is the 6th vessel in a series of 12 x 62,000 DWT MPV ordered by Bank of Communications Financials Leasing Co.,Ltd, China.

The vessel will be classed by CCS and built to Liberia flag requirements, scheduled to be delivered on 18th December 2024.

SMC is pleased to announce Launching of 63,600 DWT bulk carrier, Hull No. N1090 at COSCO Shipping Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. Zhoushan, China. This is the fifth vessel in a series of eight vessels ordered by Bank of Communications Financial Leasing Co., Ltd, China.

The vessel will be classed by NV and built to Marshall flag requirements, scheduled to be delivered on 26 April 2024.

SMC is pleased to announce Delivery of 40,000 DWT bulk carrier , Hull No. TK2208 (MV”TOP MARINE” ) at Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry, China. This is the only vessel ordered by Tianjin Changyue Shipping Management Co.,Ltd, China.

The vessel classed by LR and built to Liberia flag requirements.

SMC is pleased to report the keel laying ceremony at RMK Maine Shipyard, Türkiye of Ro-Ro NEOLINER (hull No. NB128), vessel equipped with SOLID SAİLS that was ordered by French shipowner NEOLİNE.

The ceremony was held on 14^th February 2024, with attendees from NEOLINE –
Mr. Jean ZANUTTİNİ (CEO), Miss Madeleine POULIN POIRIER (Commercial Responsible), Mr. Guilhem PEAN (Technical Manager), Mr. Enes TASDELEN (Marine Engineer), and representatives from France Embassy Miss. Laure JOYA (Commercial Trading Department) and from USA Embassy Miss. Prusha SOUZA (Commercial Trading Department) and from MAURIC Desing office Mr. Gilles VIOLLEAU, Mr. Henri BONNIER (Project Engineer).

The vessel, equipped with an auxiliary propulsion system ABC(V) DZC IMO Tier III, is capable to carry 5000 tones’ cargo (equivalent to 265 TEU or 125 FEU) at a speed of 12.9 knots. During navigation, 90% power will be supplied by a 2 SOLID SAIL rigging system.

Vessel is classed by BV and will be built to France flag requirements, and delivery is scheduled for 6^th June 2025.

In January this year, the Schulte Group hosted the “Schulte Group Day Indonesia 2024” at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Jakarta. This successful event was attended by 180 guests from around 50 shipping companies from Indonesia, who were welcomed by Ayub Junus, Schulte Group Representative in Indonesia.

Schulte Group Day Indonesia. 

Four senior managers and directors from different Schulte Group entities presented latest industry trends in the areas of ship management, digital solutions, newbuilding management and port operations.

Capt. Raymond Peter, Managing Director of BSM, gave an overview of key industry trends from a ship management perspective.

Khalil Rehman Aziz, Managing Director of MariApps Marine Solutions, covered the topic of digitalisation of ship management operations.

Adinarayana Moka, Technical Director of Schulte Marine Concept, spoke about the newbuilding project management process.

Angelo Cachia, Managing Director of Waypoint Port Services, presented Waypoint’s global reach and local expertise for port operations with a focus on Indonesia and beyond.

Schulte Group presence in Indonesia

Over the years, our presence in Indonesia has steadily grown:

BSM Crew Service Centre Indonesia was opened in 2007. It has established itself as a leading local crewing company currently providing for over 880 Indonesian crew members.

Waypoint Port Services Indonesia was founded in 2013 and now operates seven branch offices. Through our partners, Waypoint maintains a direct presence at over 40 locations in Indonesia and is the largest agent in Indonesia for handling the export and import of alumina cargo.

At present, SMC is engaged in the provision of services for Indonesian clients’ newbuilding projects, including container vessels, bulk carriers, and offshore units. In addition, BSM has been providing ship management services in the Indonesian market for many years, and currently manages over 15 tankers, LPG carriers and LNG carriers for Indonesian clients.

Looking ahead

The purpose of our event was to strengthen our ties with clients and partners in Indonesia as we continue to expand Schulte Group presence in Indonesia to be even closer to our clients here, to create synergies and business opportunities, and to continuously improve our services.

SMC is pleased to announce Keel Laying of 174,000 m³ LNG carrier, Hull No. 3223 at Hyundai Heavy Industries, Korea. This vessel is ordered by Jupiter 17 Limited.

The vessel will be classed by DNV and built to Republic of Liberia flag requirements. Delivery of the vessel is scheduled on 30th of November 2024.

Schulte Marine Concept continues to advance and deepen the internal knowledge pool with a one-day training session for its personnel on 26th January 2024.

The training program, tailored specifically for PCTC vessels, covered a wide range of topics critical to maritime operations, including vessel handling, cargo stowage, safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection measures.

The training was provided by experts from Korean Register, China with online participation and support from the Korean Register head office in the South Korea.

Training kicked off with an introduction of the vessel specific construction monitoring plan highlighting the areas which need special attention during design and construction. It was followed by a session dedicated to lashing arrangements and the related challenges and solutions. Special emphasis was given to the hull part of PCTC taking into account the design constraints due to the large open deck, thin plating and fatigue laods.

The morning session was followed by further special EV (electric vehicles) notation discussions which has been a hot topic due to the increase in transportation of electric vehicles and the need for enhanced fire detection and firefighting systems onboard vessels.

Other subjects such as LNG dual fuel systems, welding of thin plates, WPS, welders qualification etc. related to the PCTC vessels were also presented in detail.

By investing in human capital and fostering collaboration between industry stakeholders, Schulte Marine Concept and the Korean Register are reinforcing the foundation for a safer, more sustainable future for maritime transportation.

SMC is pleased to announce Keel Laying of 174,000 m³ LNG carrier, Hull No. SN 2597 at Samsung Heavy Industries, Korea. This vessel is ordered by ASTRA 12 Limited.

The vessel will be classed by ABS and built to Republic of Liberia flag requirements. Delivery of the vessel is scheduled on 30th of November 2024.