OOCL places order for two 8,888 TEU vessels from Hudong

On 14 December 2010, OOCL entered into a Shipbuilding Contract with Hudong for the construction of two 8,888 TEU vessels.

This is not a discloseable transaction under the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Rules. We remain committed to meeting the needs of our customers and we would like to share this news with our valued customers about these newbuilds added to our fleet. We continue to commit substantial investment in assets to support the growth of our customers and the expansion of world trade. 

Orient Overseas Container Line Limited, operating under the trade name OOCL, OOIL’s wholly owned subsidiary, is one of the world’s largest integrated international transportation and logistics companies, and is one Hong Kong’s most integrated international transportation and logistics companies, and is one of Hong Kong’s most recognized global brands.  OOCL is one of the leading international carriers serving China, providing the full range for logistics and transportation services throughout the country.  It is also an industry leader in the use of information technology and e-commerce to manage the entire cargo transport process.