Hercules Tanker Management Receives Second Methanol Bunker Tanker 'Hercules Elisabeth' in China
Hercules Tanker Management (HTM) announced the delivery of the Hercules Elisabeth, the second vessel in its Ultra-Spec Series of 7,700 DWT tankers, designed for conventional and alternative fuel transport. The delivery took place in China on February 20, 2026. The series aims for sustainability, targeting 10% alternative fuel consumption by 2030, with further vessels scheduled for delivery through 2027.
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Hercules Tanker Management (HTM) announced the successful delivery of the Hercules Elisabeth on February 20, 2026, in China. This tanker is the second in HTM's Ultra-Spec Series, which includes ten 7,700 DWT vessels designed for worldwide operations and capable of transporting conventional bunkers and alternative fuels like methanol.
The vessels feature diesel-electric propulsion and battery-ready configurations to enhance efficiency and reduce emissions. HTM plans to add up to 10 IMO II Chemical Tankers capable of supplying 100% biofuel and various forms of methanol. The series aims to achieve 10% alternative fuel consumption by 2030, with additional vessels expected through 2027.
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