Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Seasmile

In a strategic move to bolster its operations, Cosco Shipping has successfully secured a new charter agreement. The contract spans 5 to 7 months, focusing on trade routes between Asia and the East Coast of South America. The daily rate for this charter has been set at an impressive $11,750, enhancing Cosco's presence in these key markets. This development is expected to strengthen the shipping company's capabilities and service offerings in the region.

Maersk has announced a significant development in its operations with a 12-month extension of a charter agreement, enhancing its trading capabilities between Asia and West Africa. This strategic move underscores Maersk's commitment to bolstering its presence in these dynamic markets, ensuring efficient service delivery and logistics support across this vital trade corridor. The extended charter is set to facilitate increased shipping capacity and support economic growth in the regions served, reflecting the growing demand for maritime transport in these areas.

Thenamaris, the esteemed Greek non-operating shipowner, has officially welcomed the delivery of the 5,000 TEU vessel, SEASMILE. This significant addition to their fleet marks the first of two sister ships that were commissioned in June 2011 from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries in South Korea. Measuring 255.40 meters in length and 37.40 meters in width (with a capacity of 15 rows), SEASMILE boasts a remarkable commercial speed of 21.5 knots. The vessel is equipped with a powerful MAN B&W 6G80ME-C9.2 main engine, generating approximately 27,000 kW. Soon, SEASMILE will embark on her journey with charterer Maersk Line, operating on trade routes between the Far East and West Africa. She is set to integrate into the joint 'FEW3' or 'AFEX' service (#419) alongside APM-Maersk (comprising Maersk Line and Safmarine) and CMA CGM (including CMA CGM and Delmas) groups.