Japanese Yards Collaborate on Innovative Bingo 42 Dry Bulk Carrier Design

Two of Japan’s top shipbuilders, Onomichi Dockyard and Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, have joined forces to develop a new dry bulk carrier design known as Bingo 42 (Beyond Innovation, Navigating Green Ocean). This collaboration aimed to combine the expertise and experience of both companies in order to advance the design concepts for this innovative vessel. By working together, the shipyards hoped to streamline the design process and potentially increase market share by offering a more efficient and environmentally friendly vessel.

Both Onomichi Dockyard and Tsuneishi Shipbuilding are known for producing handy size bulkers, and the Bingo 42 project was a way for them to leverage their shared experience and development ideas. The focus of the project was on a 42,000 dwt dry bulk carrier, with the goal of enhancing productivity and potentially attracting more orders and construction under the same brand. While each company will independently handle the structural design, construction, and sales, the collaboration allowed for the optimization of the hull form to improve cargo capacity and fuel efficiency.

One of the key features of the Bingo 42 design is the incorporation of the MT-Fast energy-saving device, developed by MTI and NYK Group. This device improves propulsion efficiency by up to four percent by regulating water flow through the installation of multiple fins in front of the propeller. Additionally, the design of the vessel allows for dual-fuel capability, with a focus on using methanol as an alternative fuel source. The companies have reported that the Bingo 42 design has achieved a reduction of more than 35 percent under the EEDI index established by the IMO, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and innovation.

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