CSSC Chengxi Delivers Third Asphalt Carrier, Ends Series

160 meters in overall length, with a beam of 23.5 meters, a design draft of 8.5 meters, and a service speed of 13.5 knots. The “Palanca Tokyo” follows the earlier delivery of two sister vessels in the same series for Kumiai Senpaku. CSSC Chengxi Shipyard said it applied technical expertise and management practices accumulated from those earlier builds, incorporating standardized processes and refined project control throughout construction. The yard stated it pursued a goal it described as “five-fold integrity,” drawing on lessons from prior projects to improve production efficiency. The completion of the series marks a milestone for CSSC Chengxi Shipyard in the asphalt carrier segment, reinforcing its position in specialized tanker construction for liquid cargo transport.