General Dynamics NASSCO has launched the 'Isla Bella', the world's first LNG-powered containership.
The containership, part of a two-ship contract, was built for TOTE, a leading logistics and transportation company. When delivered, the ships will be the cleanest of their kind and size.
As part of a two-ship contract signed in December 2012 with TOTE, the 233-metre-long Marlin class containerships will be the largest dry cargo ships of any kind in the world powered by LNG. It is hoped this green ship technology will dramatically decrease emissions while increasing fuel efficiency as compared to conventionally powered ships.
Upon delivery in late 2015, the Jones Act-qualified ships will operate between Jacksonville, Florida, and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
