General – Heavy Transport Vessels
CY Shipping and BigLift Shipping are expanding their joint fleet of Heavy Transport Vessels (HTVs) to a total of eight, with the addition of two newly ordered BC-Class vessels.
The first vessel, is scheduled for delivery in Q1 2028, followed by the second, in Q3 2028.
Newbuilding contracts for these additions have been signed with Jing Jiang Nanyang Shipbuilding Co. in China.
These vessels underscore the strong partnership between the two companies and their shared commitment to innovation in heavy transport.
Engineered to carry ultra-large and heavy modular cargoes across the globe, the BC-Class vessels prioritise reliable service speed, low accelerations, and efficient loading and discharge operations.
Thanks to their similar frame spacing, depth, ballast systems, and tidal compensation capabilities, the new vessels will be fully interchangeable with BigLift’s MC-Class vessels, BigLift Barentsz and BigLift Baffin, while offering extended deck length and enhanced stern-loading functionality.
The BC-Class vessel measures 180 meters in length with a beam of 43 meters. The deck spans 43 by 140 meters, providing a fully unobstructed cargo area of 6,020 m². Cargoes can be loaded and discharged via stern or side using ro-ro or skidding methods.
With a depth of 12 meters, a deadweight capacity of 25,000 metric tons, and a ballast system capable of 12,000 m³/hr, these vessels are designed for robust performance.
