Reviews & Ratings for the Louisiana

Philly Shipyard, Inc. (PSI), the exclusive operating branch of Philly Shipyard ASA (Oslo: PHLY), has successfully handed over the Louisiana, marking the third delivery in a series of four advanced 50,000 dwt product tankers commissioned by Crowley Maritime Corporation. This impressive 600-foot vessel boasts a substantial capacity, able to transport up to 14.5 million gallons of crude oil or refined products, according to a recent press release from the shipbuilder. The Louisiana stands as the 23rd vessel crafted by PSI, which was previously recognized as Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, Inc. Designed based on a tested Hyundai Mipo Dockyards (HMD) framework, this next-generation tanker integrates state-of-the-art fuel efficiency technologies, versatile cargo handling capabilities, and adheres to the latest regulatory standards. Moreover, it has achieved LNG Ready Level 1 certification from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), highlighting its commitment to sustainable and innovative maritime solutions.

In a significant advancement for its fleet, Crowley Maritime Corporation has officially christened the MT Louisiana, marking the third addition to its series of four new Jones Act product tankers. The ceremony took place on May 5, 2016, at the Julia Street Cruise Terminal in New Orleans. MT Louisiana, with a dead-weight tonnage of 50,000 and a capacity of 330,000 barrels, now joins its Crowley sister vessels, Texas and Ohio, making history as the first tankers to earn the American Bureau of Shipping’s prestigious LNG-Ready Level 1 approval. This certification provides Crowley with the strategic option to convert the MT Louisiana to operate on liquefied natural gas in the future, enhancing its commitment to environmentally friendly shipping solutions within the U.S. coastwise trade.

Crowley Maritime has officially received the third of four Jones Act product tankers from Philly Shipyard, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion of its fleet. The latest addition, named Louisiana, has a deadweight tonnage of 50,000 and is engineered to transport an impressive 330,000 barrels of product. The christening ceremony for this state-of-the-art vessel is set to take place in New Orleans on May 5.