Sallaum Lines has recently received two new LNG dual-fuel Pure Car and Truck Carriers, significantly expanding its Ocean Class fleet and enhancing its commitment to environmental sustainability in the Roll-on/Roll-off shipping industry.
The MV Ocean Explorer and MV Ocean Legacy are the latest additions to Sallaum Lines' portfolio of advanced PCTCs, designed to comply with strict international environmental standards while ensuring efficient operations on global trade routes.
The MV Ocean Explorer, built by Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding Ltd., is 199.90 meters long and 38 meters wide, with the capacity to carry up to 7,500 car equivalent units across 13 decks. It features an LNG fuel system with a total capacity of 3,536.21 cubic meters.
Constructed at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard in Nanjing, the MV Ocean Legacy is also about 199.90 meters long but slightly narrower at 37.7 meters, accommodating 7,400 units over 13 cargo decks. It has LNG storage capacity between 36 and 37.8 tons, providing extended endurance and lower emissions for long trips.
Both ships include advanced LNG dual-fuel propulsion systems that significantly cut down CO₂, NOx, SOx, and particulate emissions compared to traditional fuel oil systems.
“With the addition of MV Ocean Explorer and MV Ocean Legacy, we are excited to take another significant step toward a more sustainable future for maritime transport,” said Sami Sallaum, Chairman of Sallaum Lines. “These vessels represent our ongoing investment in cleaner technologies and our commitment to offering reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly shipping solutions to our global partners.”
The deliveries fit into Sallaum Lines' strategic plan, which includes moving its headquarters from Switzerland to Limassol, Cyprus in October 2025. The company has also started registering its vessels under the Cyprus flag, with Ocean Breeze and Ocean Legacy now officially flagged in Cyprus.
This relocation to Cyprus places Sallaum Lines in one of the world's leading maritime jurisdictions and Europe's largest shipping management center, improving operational efficiency and aligning strategically with European markets.
The Ocean Class vessels are central to Sallaum Lines' fleet development strategy, with the 7,500 CEU LNG dual-fuel design enabling significant savings in fuel consumption, enhanced energy efficiency, and lower operating costs, all while meeting current and future international environmental regulations.
The company's expansion occurs alongside a broader fleet modernization effort, which includes six new PCTC dual-fuel vessels on order and a 20-million-euro investment in its terminal in Antwerp, Belgium.
Earlier in 2025, Sallaum Lines welcomed the MV Ocean Breeze from Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding, which arrived four months ahead of schedule in July.
By investing in LNG dual-fuel technology and high-capacity vessel designs, Sallaum Lines continues to establish itself as a forward-thinking carrier in a maritime market that increasingly prioritizes sustainability.