Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) made history on June 28, 2024 by achieving three important milestones in shipbuilding on the same day, in the construction of 5,000 DWT Eco Bulk Carriers for Misje Eco Bulk AS Norway.
On this day, CDPLC laid the keel marking the commencement of construction of the eighth vessel ‘Misje Lily’, launched the sixth vessel ‘Misje Lotus’ and delivered the fifth vessel ‘Misje Rose’ of the Eco Bulker series.
“Despite the economic downturns, volatile markets, CDPLC has continued to progress, maintaining its position as a strong competitor in the shipbuilding industry,” an official said.
“With the country’s financial position turning healthier and with the commitment of our management team and our hardworking employees, we are optimistic that we can successfully continue this growth momentum into the future.”
CDPLC’s ability to reach these significant milestones is a testament to its strong global reputation for delivering high-quality vessels and its strategic adaptability to evolving market demands. The 89.95-meter DNV-classed Eco Bulk Carriers are designed by Wartsila Norway, with detailed design work executed by CDPLC’s in-house team. These vessels feature an Energy Storage Battery System (ESS) for electric hybrid propulsion, supplementing the conventional diesel propulsion, showcasing CDPLC’s commitment to innovative and sustainable maritime solutions.
CDPLC operates in joint collaboration with Onomichi Dockyard Company Limited of Japan, with a 35% stake held by Sri Lankan government institutions. With nearly five decades of operation, CDPLC is a frontrunner in Sri Lanka industrialization. These events were celebrated in the presence of owner Roald Misje, CFO Alina Printseva, Site Manager Thusitha Herath, and Site Superintendents Venura Wanasinghe and Prince Dharmaranjan.
Representatives from DNV were the Country Manager Saman A. Kumarasinghe and Surveyor Gishan Dias. From CDPLC, the event was attended by MD/CEO Thimira Godakumbura, Director J. Furukawa, Technical Advisor/Alternate Director S. Nozaki, and other senior management and staff.
