De Bock Maritiem has contracted Holland Shipyards Group to build two shortsea vessels.
The 3,600 dwt vessels, designed by Conoship, will transport dry cargo and have a low air draft, making them suitable for inland waterways and the Rhine as well. The vessels feature diesel-electric propulsion and measure 88 m by 13.2 m and have a cargo hold capacity of 5,100 cu m. No price has been revealed.