Fourth 50,000-DWT Methanol Dual-Fuel Tanker Floated Out

**Fourth 50,000-DWT Methanol Dual-Fuel Tanker Floated Out** On 8 Apr 2026, China Shipbuilding Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) and CSSC Trading successfully floated out the fourth 50,000-DWT methanol dual-fuel chemical/product oil tanker for J.P. Morgan Asset Management. This vessel is part of a six-ship series developed independently by GSI, featuring an advanced methanol dual-fuel propulsion system. The design includes a ready interface for shore power connection and provisions for rotor sails, aimed at significantly reducing carbon emissions during operation. The new-generation tankers represent a step forward in environmentally conscious shipping, aligning with industry efforts to lower greenhouse gas emissions. The series is expected to contribute to cleaner maritime transport once fully deployed.