Maersk Line is looking at possibly ordering feeder containerships.
Industry sources say the liner giant has approached shipyards in South Korea and China for four 3,400-teu newbuildings. It is unclear if the deal includes options.
TradeWinds is told that Hyundai Mipo Dockyard (HMD) and Sungdong Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering were asked to quote on price, which was said to be in excess of $40m for each ship, while Chinese shipyards are seeking between 10% and 20% less than their Korean rivals.
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