The 105,500-dwt double-hull, double-bottom Aframax tanker NEW ALLIANCE was delivered to New Alliance Shipping Inc. in August, 1998 at Imari Works of Namura Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Features
1. Double-hull, double-bottom in construction in compliance with U.S. Oil pollution Act of 1990.
2. Has achieved superior propulsive performance due to the hull form developed based on Namura's latest technology and long experience.
3. The long-stroke, low-revolution and fuel-efficient main engine drives a large diameter propeller improved for better propulsive efficiency.
4. Special device installed to handle high-power-point crude oil.
5. Special consideration was given to safety, safeguards against environmental pollution, labor saving and operational economy.