HANJIN Shipping has signed 15-year consecutive voyage contract (CVC) with Korea Southern Power (Kospo).The carrier said two cape-size vessels will be deployed in the transportation of 2.2 million tons of soft coal annually for 15 years, with one contract commencing next year and the other in 2015.
Total transport volume is estimated to be around 33 million tons on total revenues of approximately KRW360 billion (US$322.4 million). These ships will be transporting soft coal to Korea from various origins including Indonesia, Australia and Canada, a statement from the South Korean shipping line said.
"It is very encouraging that we secured this contract in the midst of current market situation. We are confident that our continuous success in obtaining long-term contracts with the world's major customers will provide firm ground for the growth of our bulk business." The carrier also revealed that it is attempting to form new businesses with various partners to develop a stronger presence in the break bulk market.
The company signed a CVC with Glovis and Hyundai Steel in 2008 and with Posco in 2009, meaning the carrier currently operates 16 dedicated vessels for Posco, 12 for Kepco and two for Hyundai Steel.
Source : HKSG.
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