Maersk christens seventh 16,000TEU containership in series

Danish shipping company A.P. Moller Maersk formally named its newest ultra-large containership (ULCS) in a ceremony at the Maasvlakte II terminal at the Port of Rotterdam on Thursday, March 27.

Adrian Mærsk belongs to a series of methanol-capable, dual-fuel ships that also include Ane Mærsk, Antonia Mærsk, Alette Mærsk, Alexandra Mærsk, A.P. Møller, and Albert Mærsk. All seven ships were built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries of South Korea.

The acquisition of the ships is in line with Maersk’s goal of reducing emissions during operations with a target of achieving "net zero" greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.

Like its earlier sisters, the ULCS has a length of 350 metres, a beam of 53.5 metres, a draught of 18 metres, capacity for 16,592 TEUs, and accommodation for 30 crewmembers.

It also boasts an innovative design with the funnel taking up minimal space at the stern and the bridge and the accommodation block placed well forward to ensure fuel-efficient operations and to maximise cargo capacity.

Adrian Mærsk will serve the Asia-Mediterranean trade lane after completing its maiden voyage from Rotterdam.