Maritime
7 “World’s First” Vessels
Launched in 2018
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n the year 2018, the maritime industry saw the launch of some of the
most impressive vessels which are also currently the “world’s first” among
their types. Let’s take a look at some of the top launches made in the in-
dustry this year.
1. World’s First Polar Class Duel Fuel
Desgagnés christened and launched today the M/T Mia Desgagnés, the
world’s first polar-class dual-fuel oil/chemical tanker.
With a deadweight capacity of nearly 15,000
tons and tanks with a capacity exceeding 17,000
m³, the Mia Desgagnés is suitable for transporting
refined petroleum products or chemicals. This
next-generation, state-of-the-art ship was built at
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the Besiktas shipyard in Turkey using an original
concept and specifications developed by Des-
gagnés to optimize safety, environmental perfor-
mance, and operational efficiency.