Countdown to Launch of Arklow’s First of 10 Dutch Built Traders

7th September 2015

Jehan Ashmore

#LaunchCountdown – Arklow Shipping will look forward to the first of 10 Dutch built newbuild cargoships which will be named and launched next week, writes Jehan Ashmore.

The joint ceremony is to take place at the Royal Bodewes ‘‘Jachtwijk’ yard in Hoogezand, from where Afloat has reported on the completion of both the fore and aft sections that where joined together last month.

The Bodewes yard located in the Groningen region, is less than 2kms to the east of Westerbroek, from where on the same waterway Arklow Shipping had ordered six 8,660dwt ‘S’ series from Ferus Smit’s Dutch based yard. The final newbuild, Arklow Breeze was launched in March.

As for Arklow Vale she represents the first completed hull of Bodewes 5,100dwt Trader series.

This new series for Arklow Shipping will feature an energy-saving bow form with its distinctive straight-stem and slanted upper structure to deflect waves.

Each of the newbuilds will have a hold capacity of 221,000 cbft and a gross tonnage of below 3,000.

When the outfitting of the newbuild is completed she will be added to the ASL fleet. The company also has a Dutch division based in Rotterdam.

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Jehan Ashmore is a marine correspondent, researcher and photographer, specialising in Irish ports, shipping and the ferry sector serving the UK and directly to mainland Europe. Jehan also occasionally writes a column, 'Maritime' Dalkey for the (Dalkey Community Council Newsletter) in addition to contributing to UK marine periodicals.

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About Arklow Shipping

Arklow Shipping Limited, one of Ireland's leading shipping companies, has marked over 50 years of operation following its establishment in 1966.

The company, which began with a fleet of seven ships, has grown steadily over the years and now boasts a fleet of 59 vessels.

The company was founded by Captains James Tyrrell, Michael Tyrrell, and Victor Hall, who collaborated to create an umbrella company to operate their ships. This move allowed them to reduce overheads and strengthen their position in the market. The original fleet comprised seven ships, namely Tyrronall, Murell, Marizell, Valzell, Kilbride, River Avoca, and Avondale, all of varying sizes.

The shipping industry in Ireland underwent a significant transformation in the 1960s, with the replacement of traditional auxiliary schooners with modern crafts.

Arklow Shipping was at the forefront of this change, and the founders recognized the need for a new approach to shipping in Ireland. They built a company that could adapt to the changing market demands, and this has been a key factor in the company's continued growth.

Over the years, Arklow Shipping has bought, sold, and built ships, facing the challenges and opportunities that come with operating in the shipping industry. Despite these challenges, the company has remained committed to meeting market demand and providing high-quality services to its clients.

Today, Arklow Shipping is a leading player in the shipping industry, with a strong reputation for reliability and professionalism. The company's success story is a testament to the vision and dedication of its founders, who laid the foundation for a company that has stood the test of time.