Italian product tanker owner d’Amico International Shipping is reinforcing its commitment to the medium‑range (MR) segment, adding further newbuilding orders to its expanding fleet. The company’s operating arm, d’Amico Tankers D.A.C., has signed contracts for additional Eco‑design MR vessels with a Chinese shipyard, underpinning its long‑term strategy to modernise and grow its fleet.
The newbuilding contracts, covering MR2 tankers expected for delivery in 2029, follow recent orders for Eco‑efficient MR1 vessels that will significantly enhance operational fuel efficiency and environmental performance. The moves come as global tanker owners increasingly focus on modern assets to meet stricter regulatory standards and market demand.
d’Amico’s reinforced investment in MR tankers signals confidence in product tanker market fundamentals, where demand for flexible, fuel‑efficient vessels remains strong amid evolving trade patterns and rising long‑haul movements.
The strengthened orderbook is aligned with the company’s fleet renewal and growth objectives, aimed at maintaining competitiveness in a sector marked by cyclical freight rates and ageing global tonnage.