Japanese shipyards have secured enough export orders to keep berths occupied through 2029, with bulk carriers leading the order book and alternative-fuel vessel work continuing.
Wattlab said its Solar FlatRack system can cut auxiliary fuel use by 2–5% after vessel pilots and full-scale installation, with development now moving toward larger bulk carriers.
Amon Maritime secured NOK 298 million from Enova to back three ammonia-fuelled Kamsarmax bulkers for Amon Bulk, expanding the programme to five ships due 2029–2030.
Shimanami Shipyard, a subsidiary of Imabari Shipbuilding, will build 10 speculative bulk carriers. Additionally, the company has secured orders for 10 more ships, including Aframax tankers.
