Orange Phoenix

Orange Phoenix bulkerThe Capesize bulk carrier Orange Phoenix is one of the most modern newbuildings of Imabari Shipbuilding, which was completed in 2014 at their Saijo Dockyard. The vessel world’s first Class Notation HP-HDS of Nippon ClassNK, which features with hull protection by highly ductile steel plates, having increased collision safety. The special steel plates are used in cargo holds, the fuel oil tank section, and other areas, where collision safety is required. This makes the vessel among the most environmental and safety ships, operating nowadays in maritime transport. Orange Phoenix has overall length of 299.94 m, moulded beam of 50.00 m, boards depth of 24.70 m and maximum summer draft of 18.27 m. The deadweight of the Capsize bulk carrier is 207,529 DWT, the gross tonnage is 107,229 GRT and net tonnage of 69,478 NT. With such dimensions and tonnage the bulker has maximum grain capacity for 229,345 cbm in 8 cargo holds capable for transportation of heavy and high density cargoes.




The engineering of the Capesize bulk carrier Orange Phoenix is from new generation, providing high efficiency and low fuel consumption. The main engine is Hitachi Zosen 2SA6CY, which has total output power of 22,000 hp at 77 rpm. The main engine features with low CO2 emissions and low fuel consumption, which makes the vessel environmental and profitable. The Hitachi Zosen two-stroke and six-cylinders marine engines are compliant will be achievable through tailored solutions. This goes for both the fuel sulphur regulation and the NOx regulation. The vessel Orange Phoenix is also equipped with four auxiliary diesel generators, each with power of 2,750 kW, as well as boiler Miura with evaporation 4.50 ton/h. The vessel has improved characteristics through lower resistance hull shape and paint, which reduces over-growth and is able to reach service speed of 12.5 kts, while the maximum speed under ballast is 16.6 kts.

The Capesize bulk carrier Orange Phoenix is owned by El Sol Maritime SA and managed by Toyo Sanhyo, operating under the flag of Panama. The vessel has IMO number 9700835, MMSI 353879000 and call sign HOKU.

Orange Phoenix specification

Length: 299.94 m
Width: 50.00 m
Depth: 24.70 m
Draft: 18.27 m
Deadweight: 207,529 DWT
Gross tonnage: 107,229 GRT
Net tonnage: 69,478 NT
Cargo Capacity: 229,345 cbm
Engine: Hitachi Zosen 2SA6CY
Engine power: 22,000 hp
Speed: 12.5 kts

Orange Phoenix photos

Orange Phoenix docked   Orange Phoenix