Sallaum Lines marks European debut of LNG dual-fuel PCTC newbuild

September 23, 2025, by Ajsa Habibic

Switzerland-based RoRo cargo shipping company Sallaum Lines has unveiled its first LNG dual-fuel pure car and truck carrier (PCTC), Ocean Breeze, in the port of Antwerp, Belgium, celebrating its European debut.

The ceremony took place on September 19 at Sallaum Terminal, followed by a panel discussion on the future of automotive logistics.

Sallaum Terminal Antwerp recently completed a €20 million expansion, which included an increase in capacity from 10,000 to 17,000 CEU with a new multi-level parkhouse and upgraded berth infrastructure, enabling four RoRo vessels to be handled simultaneously.

Sallaum Lines’ Ocean Breeze is a next-generation 7,500 CEU LNG dual-fuel PCTC built by Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding in China. The newbuild was named and delivered to its owner on July 18, 2025, four months ahead of schedule.

Sallaum Lines welcomes first new 7,500 CEU LNG dual-fuel PCTC

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Powered by dual-fuel LNG engines, the vessel is projected to deliver “substantial reductions” in CO2, NOx, and particulate emissions compared to conventional tonnage, featuring an optimized hull design and energy-saving devices to further increase efficiency.

The Ocean Breeze is the first of six LNG dual-fuel PCTCs to join the Sallaum Lines fleet by 2027, which will add over 45,000 CEU in capacity.

Supported by the expanded Antwerp hub, these vessels are part of Sallaum’s global green logistics network. The company is also preparing to implement shore power connections and solar energy systems at its terminal, reinforcing its 2030 net-zero ambition, Sallaum Lines stated.

“The Ocean Breeze is not just about capacity, but about shaping a cleaner, more resilient supply chain for the decades ahead,” said Chief Relationship Officer of Sallaum Lines, Natalie Sallaum.

“Our customers demand scale, sustainability, and reliability: the Ocean Breeze proves we can deliver all three. More than a vessel, it represents a new chapter in automotive logistics, preparing us for the next wave of vehicle flows between Asia, Europe, and beyond.”