Like her sisters GRANDE SHANGHAI, GRANDE SVEZIA, and GRANDE MICHIGAN, the new vessel offers high cargo capacity and significantly reduced environmental impact thanks to innovative design and advanced technologies.

Across 14 decks, she can carry up to 9,000 CEU, including both electric and fossil-fuel vehicles. Thanks to green technologies such as solar panels, mega lithium batteries, and cold ironing readiness, the GRANDE INGHILTERRA reduces fuel consumption by 50% compared to previous-generation car carriers.

The ship’s name honours the Grimaldi Group’s long-standing presence in England. The naming ceremony was attended by Mei Zhonghua (CMHI) and Luigi Pacella Grimaldi (Grimaldi Group), with Wang Qiuxiang from BAIC Foton International serving as godmother.

“Investing in cutting-edge vessels like the GRANDE INGHILTERRA supports the energy transition in maritime transport while delivering high-quality services,” said Emanuele Grimaldi, Managing Director of the Grimaldi Group.

The vessel is now ready for her maiden voyage from Taicang (China) to Suape (Brazil) and Antwerp (Belgium), carrying 6,500 cars and 800 linear metres of rolling cargo.

Main features of GRANDE INGHILTERRA:

• Length: 220 m | Beam: 38 m | Gross tonnage: 93,145 | Speed: 18 knots
• Ammonia Ready notation (RINA)
• Green Plus, Green Star 3, Comfort Vibration & Comfort Noise Port notations
• 5 MWh mega lithium batteries and cold ironing for zero-emission port operations
• 2,500 m² solar panels
• Advanced energy-efficiency systems, including Air Lubrication System and innovative gate rudder (first on a PCTC)

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