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The successful delivery of TMS SEADEVIL, the first of six advanced sister vessels for German Tanker, marks a major milestone in the evolution of modern MR oil and chemical tankers. Delivered on January 8, SEADEVIL embodies next-generation ship design, combining outstanding fuel efficiency, intelligent propulsion technology, and robust ice-class capability.

With a deadweight of 41,000 DWT, SEADEVIL is far more than a conventional MR tanker. Designed by FKAB Marine Design and developed through FKAB’s Sweden and China offices, the vessel features optimized main particulars and a refined hull form tailored for superior performance across global trade routes.

Intelligent Propulsion for Maximum Efficiency

At the heart of SEADEVIL lies a state-of-the-art controllable pitch propeller system with real-time pitch and speed optimization. This advanced propulsion solution dynamically adapts to operating conditions, delivering over 10% improvement in propulsion efficiency. It ensures smooth, seamless transitions between low-speed ice navigation and normal open-water sailing, offering both operational flexibility and reduced fuel consumption.

The propulsion configuration integrates a medium-speed main engine, shaft generator, and variable-speed PTO/PTI/PTH functionality. In port, the vessel can operate efficiently using shore power or with the main engine acting as a generator, significantly reducing emissions during cargo operations.

Built for Ice, Ready for the World

Designed for reliable operation in temperatures as low as –30°C, SEADEVIL is fully compliant with Ice Class 1B requirements. A reinforced propeller and strengthened hull ice belt enable safe and efficient navigation through challenging ice zones, expanding the vessel’s operational envelope and commercial versatility.

Hull Optimization Meets Smart Ship Technology

Energy efficiency is further enhanced through advanced hull optimization, including the patented FKAB F-bow, delivering measurable reductions in fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions throughout the vessel’s lifecycle.

An intelligent power management system continuously optimizes propulsion performance, reduces fuel consumption by approximately 8%, and enables seamless switching between operating modes. These innovations have been recognized with the DNV Smart Ship notation, underscoring SEADEVIL’s position at the forefront of digital and intelligent shipping.

Future-Ready Green Innovation

SEADEVIL is designed with sustainability at its core. The vessel is Tier III compliant, methanol-ready, and equipped with a 402 kWh lithium-titanate battery system ensuring uninterrupted emergency power. A medium-voltage shore power connection, combined with a shaft generator and waste heat recovery system, enables significantly reduced emissions in port and full compliance with the latest IMO environmental standards.

High-Flexibility Cargo Handling

Designed to meet the demanding requirements of the product trade, SEADEVIL features a high-precision cargo system with 12 independent cargo tanks and 2 slop tanks, each equipped with dedicated pumps and monitoring systems. This configuration allows the simultaneous handling of up to 14 different cargoes, delivering exceptional operational flexibility and fast turnaround times, while fully complying with OCIMF and IBC Code standards.

Key Particulars

• Length Overall: 199.00 m
• Beam: 32.20 m
• Deadweight: 41,000 DWT
• Design Speed: 13 knots
• Ice Class: 1B

With SEADEVIL, German Tanker introduces a new benchmark in MR tanker design — smarter, greener, and stronger. Built for efficiency, engineered for extreme conditions, and ready for the future of sustainable shipping, SEADEVIL sets the course for the next generation of high-performance tankers.

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