AtoB@C Shipping Marks Milestone with Delivery of Sixth Hybrid Vessel

AtoB@C Shipping, a Sweden-based subsidiary of Finnish shipping company ESL Shipping, is making significant strides in its fleet renewal program with the recent delivery of the sixth plug-in hybrid newbuild vessel from India’s Chowgule shipyard.

The latest addition to the fleet, named Terramar, a 5,400 dwt vessel, was officially handed over to AtoB@C Shipping on March 14, 2025, in Goa, India.

Equipped with hybrid propulsion, shore power connectivity, and an ice class rating 1A, Terramar is designed for year-round operations in the Baltic Sea and Northern Europe.

Thanks to advanced battery technology, Terramar is expected to make emission-free and quiet port visits, resulting in a nearly 50% reduction in CO2 emissions per cargo unit compared to older vessels.

“The delivery of Terramar is a significant milestone for AtoB@C Shipping as we reach the halfway point in our newbuilding program. It showcases the dedication and hard work of our team. We take pride in leading the way in sustainable shipping,” stated Frida Rowland, Commercial Director and Head of BU Coasters at ESL Shipping and AtoB@C Shipping.

The fleet renewal program is progressing as planned, with one new vessel expected to be delivered every quarter until the fall of 2026.

Furthermore, the seventh vessel in the series, Biomar, was recently launched on March 2, 2025, while the steel-cutting ceremony for the eleventh vessel, Megamar, took place in February.

In a strategic move, AtoB@C Shipping has entered into long-term time charter contracts with German shipowner BAAS Shipping for six new low-emission vessels. These contracts will see the addition of six 5,900 dwt ice class 1A vessels to AtoB@C Shipping’s fleet between 2025 and 2027.