Stena V-MAX

VLCC economy with Suezmax flexibility

She has a draft like a Suezmax and a length like a VLCC. Ports that previously have been limited to Suezmax tonnage are now open to the economy of VLCC transportation through the Stena V-MAX.

INNOVATION AND PERFORMANCE. The Stena V-MAX is based on innovation and performance according to the Stena MAX concept – the world's leading design in safety, flexibility and economy.

V-MAX is a ship design where relatively small changes increase cargo intake by 20-40% compared with conventional VLCCs, and by 70–100% compared with Suezmax tankers. This is achieved at a very reasonable additional cost. The result is extremely competitive transport economy to ports with draft restrictions – with potential savings of 10-20% per barrel.

Doubled pro-active safety
All navigation functions are centrally located on the bridge. From the conning position, you have a 360° view. The Integrated Bridge Control System gives immediate access to relevant data and controls. The layout enables co-pilot operation, which increases safety in narrow waters.

All the systems for propulsion and manoeuvring – engines, shafts, generators, steering gear, rudders, propellers and control systems – are doubled and function independently. The engines are separated by a fireproof and watertight bulkhead. The Stena V-MAX is certified to DNV RPS (Redundant Propulsion Separate) and is the first large tanker to satisfy these requirements.

Built for a long life span
The Stena V-MAX – built for at least 25 years of active trading – is thoroughly protected against corrosion for extended fatigue life. The ballast, cargo, fuel oil and contaminated water have ballast tanks or void space between their boundaries and the hull.

As an extra precaution, in the event of grounding, the hopper tanks are larger than on a conventional VLCC in order to reduce the risk of an oil spill.

Major features

Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC). 312,000 dwt.
Length: 333 m. Beam: 70 m. Draft: 19 m.
30% higher loading capacity on a limited draft compared with conventional new VLCCs
1-2 knots higher speed than conventional new VLCCs.
The same bunker consumption at the same speed as competitors .

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Economy of Scale

The double hull of the Stena V-MAX has a low moulded depth of 25.6 metres – around 5 metres less than that of a new conventional VLCC. Cargo intake at 16.76 metres (55 feet) is 75% higher than a standard Suezmax and 20% higher than a standard VLCC. The V-MAX thus offers charterers a lower transportation cost per landed barrel.

Tank configuration

Double propellers and double rudders enable the Stena V-MAX to turn faster and more swiftly than a conventional tanker half her size. The turning circle is performed at 15 knots with maximum rudder angle. The enhanced manoeuvrability of the Stena V-MAX and its shallow draft enable the vessel to enter fairways to safely transport large quantities of oil in confined waters.