Built by China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu) Co. Ltd. and registered under the Cyprus flag, both vessels offer a cargo capacity of 7,400 CEU across 13 cargo decks. With maximum vehicle height and width clearances of 5.4 metres and 13.5 metres respectively, the vessels are designed to accommodate a broad range of cargo, including passenger vehicles, heavy commercial trucks, high-clearance SUVs, rolling machinery, and oversized project cargo. LNG fuel storage capacity has been built to the Ocean Class standard, supporting extended operational range and improved environmental performance on long-haul voyages.

Powered by LNG dual-fuel propulsion systems, both vessels incorporate energy-efficient technologies that exceed current IMO regulatory requirements. The vessels deliver significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants while providing the fuel flexibility and operational reliability required for modern deep-sea shipping.

“Beyond expanding our fleet capacity, these vessels strengthen our ability to support evolving global trade patterns. Over the past several years, demand for our services has frequently exceeded the capacity available to us, limiting our ability to provide customers with the level of service, flexibility, and consistency they expect from Sallaum Lines. The delivery of OCEAN EXPRESS and OCEAN NAVIGATOR is a major step toward addressing that challenge and delivering on the commitments we have made to our clients.

In 2026, Sallaum Lines has actively supported Chinese exports with eight sailings from the Far East to Europe, reflecting growing demand for reliable RoRo capacity on this corridor. Building on this momentum, they are planning to launch a dedicated China-Europe service in 2027. These vessels provide the capacity, flexibility, and operational efficiency needed to support our customers’ growth while advancing our long-term sustainability objectives.

“The delivery of these vessels also reinforces our confidence in the long-term potential of the China-Europe trade corridor and our commitment to investing in the services and infrastructure required to support our customers as global trade continues to evolve,” added Mr. Sami Sallaum, Chairman of Sallaum Lines.

Alongside OCEAN BREEZE, OCEAN EXPLORER, and OCEAN LEGACY, the addition of OCEAN EXPRESS and OCEAN NAVIGATOR further strengthens Sallaum Lines’ Ocean Class fleet, a new generation of eco-efficient PCTCs designed with optimized hull forms, advanced automation systems, and adaptable cargo configurations that maximize operational efficiency and service reliability across global trade lanes.

The vessels will enter commercial service immediately following delivery and will support Sallaum Lines’ expanding global RoRo network, serving automotive, commercial vehicle, heavy equipment, and project cargo customers across key international trade routes.