RMK Marine launches methanol-ready chemical tanker for Ditaş Denizcilik

Wed 8 Apr 2026, 06:00 GMT | Updated: Wed 8 Apr 2026, 07:35 GMT | Evangelia Fragouli

RMK Marine launches methanol-ready chemical tanker for Ditaş Denizcilik

T. Florya, a 12,000-dwt vessel designed by Delta Marine, is launched by Turkish shipbuilder.

RMK Marine has launched the T. Florya, a 125-metre chemical tanker equipped with systems ready for methanol fuel operation. Image credit: RMK Marine

Turkish shipbuilder RMK Marine has launched the 125-metre chemical tanker T. Florya, which is being built for Ditaş Denizcilik.

The 12,000-deadweight-tonne (DWT) vessel was designed by Delta Marine and classed by DNV.

According to the yard, the vessel has been fitted with methanol-ready systems, supporting the possibility of future operation on alternative fuels.

Back in February, RMK Marine confirmed that the LNG bunkering vessel Celsius will be fitted with a gas combustion unit to support cool-down and gassing-up operations for LNG-fuelled and LNG-carrying ships.

Celsius is under construction for Swedish energy company Gasum together with shipping partner Sirius Shipping AB.

Launch Methanol Newbuild Turkey


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