News / Ocean carrier alliances prepare to deploy their new mega-ships

THE Alliance members Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Yang Ming and HMM have finalised their April network plans, which feature vessel upgrades on Asia to North Europe, Mediterranean and US east coast services.

Lead line Hapag-Lloyd said one of the key highlights would be the deployment of its 23,500 teu newbuild ULCVs on the Asia-North Europe tradelane to replace smaller ships.

In April, the carrier is due to start receiving the six LNG-fuelled ULCVs from South Korean shipyard Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering.

Announcing the order, ...