Rottneros, expert producer of pulp and molded fiber from sustainable forests, continues its partnership with AtoB@C Shipping, part of ESL Shipping, with a long-term contract. AtoB@C Shipping will employ a new plug-in hybrid vessel for the Rottneros traffic, enabling up to 50% CO2 reduction per ton-mile compared to the current vessel operating on the same routes.
“We have been working side by side with AtoB@C Shipping for more than a decade and are happy to continue our partnership. AtoB@C Shipping is developing one of their vessels to fit our specific needs and, for this reason, we want to commit to a long-term contract. Together, we can also concretely show the way to more sustainable sea infrastructure,” says Magnus Malmborg, Supply Chain Manager at Rottneros AB.
As a part of the contract, AtoB@C Shipping will retrofit one of its new plug-in hybrid vessels with a crane. A self-loading and discharging vessel is a perfect option for Rottneros’ port in Vallvik and necessary for their port in Norway, where shore crane capacity is limited. A self-loading vessel also allows quicker loading in Baltic ports, from where the raw material is mainly delivered.
“We are very pleased to continue serving Rottneros and ensuring steady, safe and more sustainable deliveries in the future. As highlighted in this case, our new energy-efficient vessels can bring significant benefits to our customers, including higher capacity and emission reduction. We have had the same team working for Rottneros for a long time, and they are also excited to continue ensuring timely and efficient deliveries”, says Frida Rowland, Commercial Director of AtoB@C Shipping.
More information on the new plug-in hybrid vessels is available on our website.
For more information, please contact:
Frida Rowland
Commercial Director, AtoB@C Shipping & ESL Shipping
mob. +46 70 817 3620, firstname.lastname@eslshipping.com
About AtoB@C Shipping
AtoB@C Shipping is an innovative shortsea operator transporting bulk and breakbulk cargoes for industrial clients. Our success is based on operational excellence and long-term client contracts which form the backbone of our operations. We operate a fleet of modern, well-maintained, multipurpose vessels in 4,000-6,000 dwt segments. Our whole fleet is ice-classed, ensuring our ability to secure product and raw material transportation for our industrial clients all year round, even in difficult weather conditions. AtoB@C Shipping was founded in 2000 and has been part of ESL Shipping since 2018. Together, the group has around 40 vessels with cargo capacities ranging from 4,000 to 25,000 dwt.