“K” Line takes delivery of ‘Forestal Gaia’ woodchip carrier

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd.,Tokyo, (“K” Line) has announced the delivery of Forestal Gaia, a woodchip carrier from Tsuneishi Factory of Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., Japan. Delivery took place on 24 May this year.

Forestal Gaia is in dedicated service to Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. for carrying woodchips for paper materials. She sailed on 24 May for Dung Quat Port,Vietnam as her maiden voyage.

She inherited this traditional and unique vessel name from a predecessor which was also engaged in long-time service to Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. in the past.

Forestal Gaia is equipped with the latest environmentally friendly, safety- oriented features.

"K" Line is committed to continue offering its customers high-quality transport services in line with the company’s corporate policy.