Wagenborg has reached a major milestone in the construction of its first fuel-flex EasyMax 2.0 vessel, with the bridge deck successfully installed at shipyard Niestern Sander. The step marks important progress in the development of the next-generation vessel type.
The bridge deck installation is a critical phase in the construction process and requires precision engineering as well as close cooperation between the teams of Wagenborg and Niestern Sander. With this stage completed, the project has moved closer to delivery.
The vessel is being built through the long-standing partnership between Wagenborg and Niestern Sander, where design and construction are closely aligned. According to the company, access to an in-house shipyard allows operational experience to be integrated directly into the build process while supporting control over costs, quality and lead times during construction and future maintenance. The close interaction between the technical teams also supports practical innovation focused on performance, sustainability and long-term operability within the fleet.
The EasyMax 2.0 series builds on the proven EasyMax design already established within the Wagenborg fleet. The next generation consists of 14,000 DWT general cargo vessels developed in response to changing operational and regulatory requirements. The design allows operation on bio-MGO and includes preparation for alternative fuels such as methanol, ammonia and LNG, supporting long-term deployment under evolving fuel and emissions frameworks while maintaining operational flexibility.
