Meet the Aurora class
Our Aurora Class will be the largest and most environmentally friendly PCTC ever built, further accelerating our decarbonization efforts and setting a new standard for more sustainable deep sea transportation.
Our Aurora story
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2021
Design launch for the zero-carbon ready Aurora Class vessels.
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2022
Contract ceremony with China Merchants Heavy Industry for the first eight vessels. Financing for the initial eight also secured.
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2023
First Aurora Class vessels began to take shape. The newbuilding program was extended from eight to 12 vessels.
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2024
First four Aurora Class vessels delivered in Q3 and Q4 2024. Secures access to first four ammonia engines by Man Energy Solutions and Hyundai Heavy Industries.
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2027
The Company launches the first ammonia-powered Aurora Class vessels straight from the yard.
At the yard
China Merchants Heavy Industry,
Jiangsu, China
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All vessels contracted with the Norwegian flag and DNV-class
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Bridge system by Kongsberg Maritime
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Main engine delivered by MAN
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Ammonia- and methanol-ready notation by DNV
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1 500 m2 solar panels
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Shore power ready
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47% of existing fleet added from this renewal cycle
