Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has officially launched OOCL Iris, a major advance for the shipping industry, an advanced smart vessel designed to improve the efficiency and sustainability of maritime logistics. The innovative vessel will serve the trans-Pacific trade ECX1 route, which features integrated port cargoes including major global trade centers.
The Oriental Overseas Iris will make a 91-day round-trip voyage, passing through major ports such as Hong Kong, Yantian, Xiamen, Shanghai, New York, Savannah, Charleston, Lam Chabang and Chua Mei before returning to its home port of Hong Kong. This strategic route not only facilitates the transportation of goods between Asia and North America, but also demonstrates OOCL's commitment to optimizing shipping operations through advanced technology.
The OOCL Iris is equipped with the most advanced smart ship technology designed to improve operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The ship integrates features such as automatic navigation and cargo handling systems to improve safety and streamline processes. In addition, the ship's design focuses on fuel efficiency, which helps to lower emissions and reduce its carbon footprint.
The launch of OOCL Iris marks a key moment in OOCL's continuous innovation in the shipping sector. By investing in smart ship technology, the company aims to meet the growing demands of global trade while adhering to sustainable development goals. The inaugural voyage of OOCL Iris is not only a leap forward for OOCL, but also an important step towards a more efficient and environmentally friendly future of maritime transport.
The ship has been awarded three "Smart Ship" marks by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) as well as the Enviroment (O) and Sustainment (SUSTAIN-1) marks, reinforcing OOCL's commitment to sustainability and innovation.
