September 2, 2026 — Deltamarin’s newly developed 40,000 dwt MR1 product oil tanker design has obtained an Approval in Principle (AIP) certificate from Bureau Veritas (BV). The AIP, awarded during SMM in Hamburg, confirms the design’s compliance with applicable requirements and highlights the technical advancement of the innovative vessel, supporting its further development towards market application.

Following the development and delivery of its optimized 50,000 dwt MR2 tanker, the newly approved 40,000 dwt MR1 product oil tanker represents another modern, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly vessel jointly developed by Deltamarin and China Merchant Shipbuilding Industry Group Yangzhou Dingheng Shipyard Co., Ltd. The new design further expands the companies’ product portfolio of medium- and small-sized product oil tankers.

Tailored to niche demands in the current shipping market, the design is specially adapted to operating scenarios featuring port draft restrictions, short-haul voyages and high-frequency turnover. It addresses a gap in this market segment, offering shipowners and operators a more diverse and flexible design solution that can be adapted to different operational requirements.

Leveraging proven vessel development expertise and refined design optimization, the new MR1 tanker delivers comprehensive upgrades across four key areas: energy efficiency, cargo-carrying capacity, environmental compliance and safety. Fully complying with international maritime environmental regulations, the vessel features optimized hull lines and powertrain matching designed to substantially reduce sailing energy consumption and carbon emissions. The design also strikes an effective balance between energy efficiency, transport capacity and structural safety, taking both cargo volume and structural integrity into consideration.

Furthermore, the design offers strong scenario adaptability and customization potential. Personalized adjustments can be made according to customers’ routing conditions, cargo requirements and operational modes to accommodate diverse operating profiles. This enables shipowners and operators to optimize the vessel for their specific needs, helping to contain operating costs and improve overall profitability. The 40,000 dwt MR1 tanker offers a new-generation, high-efficiency and cost-effective solution for short-haul, high-frequency product oil transportation.