MES Hands Over Latest Handymax Bulker

Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. (MES) completed and delivered a 56,000 dwt type bulk carrier M.V.”DEVON BAY” (MES Hull No. 1843) at its Tamano Works on 1st July, 2013 to “K” LINE BULK SHIPPING (UK) LIMITED, United Kingdom.
This vessel is a handy-max type bulk carrier of 56,000 dwt with a large cargo hold capacity over 70,000 m3 and marks the 158th ship of its series.
This 56,000 dwt type bulk carrier series of MES is widely called “Mitsui’s 56″ and is highly appreciated in the market. More than 170 units of this series have been ordered from MES.
Principal Particulars
Length overall 189.99 m
Length (between perpendiculars) 182.00 m
Breadth (molded) 32.25 m
Depth (molded) 18.10 m
Gross Tonnage 31,756
Deadweight 56,095 metric tons
Source: Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co