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A sleek, modern container ship model reflects the continued investment in new tonnage to support global trade networks.Athens TodayAthens-based Erasmus Shipinvest Group has placed an order for two 1,800 TEU feeder container vessels at CSSC Guangzhou Huangpu Wenchong shipyard in China. The order includes options for additional ships as the Greek owner looks to grow its container fleet.
Why it matters
The new order reflects the continued strength of the container shipping market, with owners seeking to expand capacity to meet robust demand. Feeder vessels like these play a crucial role in regional and short-sea trade networks that support global supply chains.
The details
Erasmus Shipinvest, led by John Su, has signed a contract for two firm 1,800 TEU feeder container ships at the CSSC Guangzhou Huangpu Wenchong shipyard. The order also includes options for additional vessels, allowing the Greek owner to potentially grow its boxship fleet further.
- The contract was signed in April 2026.
The players
Erasmus Shipinvest Group
An Athens-based shipping company that owns and operates a fleet of container vessels.
John Su
The chairman and leader of Erasmus Shipinvest Group.
CSSC Guangzhou Huangpu Wenchong
A major Chinese shipyard that will construct the new feeder container vessels for Erasmus.
The takeaway
This order demonstrates the continued confidence in the container shipping sector, with owners like Erasmus Shipinvest investing in new tonnage to meet ongoing trade demands and support global supply chain networks.
