MacGregor has secured a contract from Cochin Shipyard Limited to supply cargo handling systems for six dual-fuel LNG-powered containerships. Built for CMA CGM in India, delivery is scheduled between 2029 and 2031, advancing sustainable maritime infrastructure.
MacGregor has been selected by Cochin Shipyard Limited to deliver a comprehensive cargo handling equipment package for six 1,700 TEU dual-fuel LNG-powered containerships ordered by French shipping line CMA CGM. The order, which was booked into MacGregor's second-quarter 2026 intake, covers the design, key component supply, steel structures, and fabrication of hatch covers, alongside design and critical components for cell guides, deck stanchions, and fixed container fittings. The vessel fleet is scheduled for delivery between 2029 and 2031.
Cochin Shipyard Limited is India's premier shipbuilding and ship repair facility, operating state-of-the-art infrastructure to construct complex commercial and defence vessels under the national vision for domestic manufacturing. MacGregor, a subsidiary specializing in maritime load handling solutions, provides integrated engineering services and cargo control systems designed to optimize operational efficiency and vessel safety.
This contract marks a significant milestone for the Indian shipbuilding sector, representing the first time an international carrier has commissioned LNG-powered container vessels from an Indian shipyard. The integration of dual-fuel LNG propulsion alongside low-carbon fuel capabilities directly aligns with broader decarbonization mandates within the global shipping industry and supports maritime net-zero ambitions.
By securing a critical role in the construction of these dual-fuel vessels, MacGregor reinforces its market positioning as a lead partner for complex newbuild assignments in the green transition. For Cochin Shipyard, the project expands high-value technological capabilities and enhances the commercial standing of the Indian shipbuilding ecosystem within global supply chains.
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