News / Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd line up major newbuild order to boost Gemini fleet

Newbuilding activity has continued unabated, as liner operators compete for market share ahead of the reshuffling of container shipping alliances in 2025.

Maersk Line and Hapag-Lloyd, set to launch their Gemini Cooperation in February, have reportedly ordered up to 28 17,000 teu LNG dual-fuel box ships from China’s Yangzijiang Shipbuilding for delivery between 2027 and 2029.

Maersk Line reportedly wants 10 vessels, while Hapag-Lloyd has ordered a dozen, with options for another six, in a combined order estimated at $5.88bn.

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