Damen Shipyards Group delivered a Combi Freighter (CF) 3850 to Lithuania-based Juru Agentura Forsa on 3 August, with the handover ceremony marking the first newbuild vessel to enter the company’s dry cargo fleet.

The vessel, named CF Anja, was formally handed over at a ceremony attended by Forsa Director Antanas Anilionis and Technical Superintendent Pavel Kirzhner, alongside Damen Sales Manager Koert Slobbe.

HVO capability and efficiency features

To meet Forsa’s operational requirements, the vessel has been equipped to run on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) biofuel. The CF 3850 also features a Damen wake equalising duct, which Damen notes considerably reduces noise, vibration and fuel consumption by ensuring a smooth flow of water behind the vessel.

The hull has been optimised using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to lower resistance and reduce fuel consumption and emissions. CF Anja is also fitted with a 120-kilowatt shore connection, enabling the use of shore power during port calls, and has been prepared for the future installation of a wind-assisted ship propulsion (WASP) VentoFoil system.

Damen adds that the CF 3850 has been prepared for the integration of a wide range of additional efficiency-enhancing solutions.

Strong market uptake

The CF 3850, which Damen launched five years ago, has attracted orders for more than 50 vessels to date, according to the shipbuilder.

Speaking at the handover ceremony, Anilionis stated: “It is an honour to stand here today and celebrate the delivery of CF Anja — the first newbuild vessel for Forsa. I would like to express a very warm and personal thank you to all at Damen. We truly appreciate your dedication in delivering CF Anja — a quality ship for trade, and a greener ship for the environment.”

Slobbe remarked: “On behalf of Damen, I would like to congratulate the entire Forsa team on this achievement and thank you for the trust you have placed in us. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has contributed to this project — your professionalism and commitment have resulted in this beautiful vessel.”