m.v. NATORI

SSS-BOWED 670TEU CONTAINER CARRIER BUILT 2015

Large Coastal SSS-BOWed Feeder that Rewrote Common Sense

The container carrier NATORI, popular with many people for her charming, axolotl-like face, was born as Japan's largest coastal feeder in history.

Compared to typical 499-749 G/T class container ships most commonly used for coastal trades in Japan, NATORI can load 100% to 200% more cargo. This superior transport capacity contributes greatly to the modal shift in logistics.

And Kyokuyo's internationally patented SSS-bow (Semi-spherical Shaped bow) underscores her advanced nature. The unique hemispherical shape of the bow above the waterline reduces frontal wind resistance by 30% (design value). Together with the sophisticated lines below the waterline, the SSS-bow is not only economical but also effective in reducing GHG emissions.

Unlike conventional coastal ships, NATORI is also equipped with a number of advanced safety and environmental technologies. To name a few :

The engine system is monitored 24 hours a day from shore.
Ballast pumps are controlled via tablets connected to the WiFi network in the accommodation area and engine room.
High-efficiency form electric controllable pitch propeller.
Piping to prevent accidental loss of fuel during refueling.
Painting, with fuel-saving paint, conforms to the IMO PSPC which is applied only to ocean-going ships.

A bold concept that updates coastal logistics. Winner of the Ship of the Year 2015 "Small Cargo Ship Category Award" and the Japan Logistics Environment Award's "Award for Development of Technology that Reduces the Environmental Impact for Logistic Operations", Natori is not only a symbol of Kyokuyo's advanced coastal vessels, but also a flagship of Japan's coastal shipping industry.

LEADING PATICULARS

Coastal Container Carrier
NK NS* (RGCS)(CNC)(EQ C DG), MNS* M0
LOA x BM x DM : 136.25 x 21.0 x 9.2m
Biggest Coastal Container Carrier in Japan's History Japan's First
Loading Capacity：670TEU
100 x Reefer Plugs
SSS-Bow which can reduce frontal wind resistance by 30% (design value) Point
The First Container Ship with SSS-bow World First
The First Coastal Ship with SSS-bow Japan's First
Environmental Features, including Usage of Fuel Saving Paint
Advanced Engine Management System that Enables 24-hour Monitoring from Shore. Point
Hanshin MAN B&W 7S35MC7 5,180kW
Electric CPP, High-efficiency Propeller, Bow Thruster Point
Service Speed 16 Knots
Completed December 2015