Atlas Maritime has celebrated the successful delivery of its newest state-of-the-art vessel, the 7,000 RT dual-fuel LNG Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) named Clean Star, built at China’s CIMC Raffles shipyard. Adding to the milestone, the vessel has secured a record-breaking two-year time charter at $80,000 per day, setting a new market benchmark for the company. This achievement reinforces Atlas Maritime’s multi-generational legacy of providing trusted, high-value international shipping services.
Attiki, Greece | August 3, 2026 – Continuing its multi-generational maritime legacy, Atlas Maritime Ltd. has announced the successful delivery of its newest vessel, the Clean Star (Hull HN H591), constructed at the CIMC Raffles shipyard in China.
The state-of-the-art Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC) features a 7,000 RT capacity and is equipped with advanced dual-fuel LNG propulsion, representing a significant stride forward in sustainable maritime transport and fleet decarbonization.
Record-Breaking Commercial Success
Adding to the excitement of the delivery milestone, Atlas Maritime confirmed that the Clean Star has already secured a lucrative two-year time charter at $80,000 per day.
The charter rate establishes a brand-new market benchmark while breaking company records, underscoring strong global demand for high-efficiency, environmentally friendly vehicle carriers capable of meeting tightening international emissions standards.
As the global maritime industry faces increasingly stringent environmental regulations from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and regional bodies like the EU, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) has solidified its position as the most commercially mature transitional marine fuel.
Offering near-zero sulfur oxide emissions, a substantial reduction in nitrogen oxides, and a reliable bridge toward bio-LNG and synthetic e-LNG, LNG propulsion continues to dominate alternative-fuel vessel orderbooks. Backed by expanding worldwide bunkering infrastructure and rising dual-fuel adoption across car carriers, container ships, and tankers, LNG is actively reshaping modern, compliance-driven shipping logistics.
About Atlas Maritime
Drawing from over two centuries of cumulative family shipping experience, Atlas Maritime is a distinguished Greek shipping enterprise with roots stretching from 19th-century steamships to modern 21st-century tankers.
- Global Reputation: Providing trusted, reliable, and high-value international shipping services to clients worldwide.
- Heritage & Innovation: Combining centuries of operational expertise with cutting-edge vessel investments, positioning the company as a respected leader in modern, sustainable shipping.
Source: Atlas Maritime