News / HMM and an order for a dozen 13,000 teu box ships from Korean yards

South Korean flagship carrier HMM is said to have ordered a dozen 13,248 teu containerships from compatriot yards Hyundai Heavy Industries and Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering.

Brokers report that deliveries will take place from late 2024 to September 2025.

However, a spokesperson for HMM told The Loadstar: “We are considering new orders for containerships including 13,000 teu class, but no decisions have been made yet. We expect a conclusion this month.”

The orders are reportedly being made at the direction of the Ministry ...