The 2010-built Wyuna (17,042gt, ex-Diana Island) departing Port Phillip Bay, southern Victoria, Australia. Built by Imabari Shipbuilding, Imabari, Japan, she was owned by Yahata Trader SA. The Bahamas-flagged vessel mostly operates around Australia and Taiwan. Cement carriers are usually built with robust, reinforced hulls to handle the weight and abrasive nature of cement.
OWEN FOLEY
The 2000-built Cemisle (5,133gt, ex-Grimsnis, Topaz, Gdynia) on the Elbe heading to Cuxhaven. The Antigua & Barbuda-flagged ship was built by Northern Shipyard, Gdansk, Poland and is owned and managed by Brise Bereederung, Hamburg. The cement she carries is typically stored in large, compartmentalized holds that are fully sealed to maintain the product’s integrity during transport. Owners Baltrader are a leading provider of services in the field of cement logistics.
MICHAEL BRAKHAGE
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