Fure Vasa named in Uddevalla as Furetank unveils new investments
Furetank’s intermediate tanker Fure Vasa was given her name in Uddevalla, Sweden on Friday, August 28, in front of more than 300 invited guests. Along with news of new investments and a 40th-anniversary celebration, the day brought several encouraging signs for the state of Swedish tanker shipping. “Today, transport is not only a matter of ...
Fure Vasa, an intermediate tanker, was named in Uddevalla, Sweden on Friday, August 28, in the presence of over 300 guests. The event coincided with news of new investments and the celebration of Furetank's 40th-anniversary. State Secretary Johan Davidson emphasized the importance of resilience, security, and preparedness in maritime transport due to global political tensions.
Fure Vasa, the 18th vessel in the VINGA series, was built at the China Merchants Jinling shipyard in Yangzhou. CEO Lars Höglund highlighted that the vessel meets all environmental regulations for the next 20 years, showcasing innovation and responsible shipping. The day also marked 40 years of joint vessel design between Furetank and FKAB Marine Design and announced four new VINGA vessel orders, bringing the total to 26 vessels.
The collaboration between Furetank and FKAB has been successful, with the VINGA series being well-received by the market. FKAB's confidence in Furetank led to the financing of their first double-hulled vessel in 1988. Stena's CEO, Dan Sten Olsson, expressed optimism about the future of Swedish shipping and the need for collective contribution.
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