Singapore | December 9, 2025 – Hong Lam Marine Pte Ltd has marked the keel-laying of a new 7,999 DWT product oil and chemical bunker tanker at Jiangmen Hangtong Shipyard in China, with the ceremony held on 1 December 2025.
The newbuild tanker has been designed to support clean bunkering operations, with a focus on carbon and emissions reduction across the region. The vessel is being constructed to IMO II standards and is capable of carrying methanol and other chemical cargoes, positioning it for alternative-fuel and future-ready operations.
A key feature of the vessel is its advanced Power Management System (PMS), which incorporates a lithium battery solution for peak-shaving and battery-assisted cargo operations. This configuration is intended to reduce peak power demand and avoid high demand charges, contributing to improved operational efficiency and cost savings.
Hong Lam Marine expressed its appreciation to Jiangmen Hangtong Shipyard, classification society Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore, and its project team for their professional planning, coordination, and execution in achieving this construction milestone.
The company noted that it looks forward to welcoming the vessel into its fleet upon completion.
About Hong Lam Marine Pte Ltd
Hong Lam Marine Pte Ltd was incorporated in Singapore in 1981 and is one of the most established bunker craft operators in the country. Singapore has been the world’s largest bunkering port since 1988 in terms of bunker fuel sales volume, according to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore.
Hong Lam Marine operates a fleet of modern tankers equipped with advanced technology, reflecting its commitment to safe operations and quality service. The company’s customers are primarily oil majors, and its vessels are mainly engaged in bunkering operations within Singapore port limits, as well as the transportation of chemicals and other products across Southeast Asia.
As of March 2025, Hong Lam Marine operates 25 tankers. The company employs approximately 120 office staff and has a crew strength of about 600 seafarers. Through continuous fleet renewal, including newbuilding projects and vessel acquisitions, Hong Lam Marine aims to meet evolving customer requirements and industry demands while maintaining a strong safety record in the Singapore maritime sector.
Source: Hong Lam Marine Pte Ltd