Launching of 200 Pax and Cargo Vessel at Honda Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. in Seiki, Japan

SMC is pleased to announce christening and launching of mv “MANU SINA” a 200 Pax and Cargo Vessel, Hull number S‑1152, at Honda Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. in Seiki, Japan. The Vessel is built for the Government of Tuvalu, and construction is financed by Asian Development Bank, with project management executed by Braemar.

“MANU SINA” was designed and will be completed to fulfill very specific trad demands in the Tuvaluan waters in the Pacific Ocean. Part of the only viable and sustainable means of transportation and trade in the area, she will serve the population of the archipelago by ferrying passengers whilst carrying essentials and varied cargoes between islands. Vessel is be classed by the Class NK and built to Tuvalu Flag requirements, scheduled to be delivered on 10 February 2025.