Built in the Netherlands, designed for use in the Great Lakes of North America: The cement freighter “Tamarack” with a load capacity of 12,500 tons has been delivered to the Holland Shipyards Group.
The newbuild was built at the shipyard site in Hardinxveld-Giessendam for Eureka Shipping, based in Cyprus, and SMT Shipping. It is a self-unloading cement freighter with 12,5000 ton deadweight. “Tamarack” was specially designed for the Great Lakes region in Canada and is part of the fleet modernization at the shipping company Eureka, which has also secured financing from the German development bank KfW IPEX.
“We are delighted to be able to add the Tamarack to our fleet. She is a well-designed, purpose-built vessel that strengthens our presence on the Great Lakes and reflects the high standards we pursue in all our activities,” said Kai Grotterud, Managing Director of Eureka Shipping.
Upon delivery, “Tamarack” will replace two older vessels while maintaining “equivalent cargo capacity on a more compact and efficient platform”, according to the shipyard. The vessel is equipped with a diesel-electric propulsion system with four generator sets, two 360-degree rudder propellers and a powerful bow thruster for optimal maneuverability. It also has four special cement loading holds with a total capacity of 10,700 m³, supported by highly efficient loading and unloading systems.
The engines can run on HVO biofuel. “The ship is equipped with LED lighting and state-of-the-art cargo handling systems that reduce overall energy consumption. To reduce operational noise, the ship has been fitted with extensive sound insulation and silencers. In addition, the ship is prepared for connection to shore power, which will enable emission-free operation in ports as the infrastructure develops,” says the shipbuilder with pride.
