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Newly built McAsphalt Advantage sets sail with innovative features

September 25, 2024

McAsphalt has officially taken possession of the McAsphalt Advantage, a custom-designed vessel optimized for the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence, and Eastern Seaboard.

On her maiden voyage across the Pacific, the ship represents McAsphalt's ongoing commitment to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Key features of the 12,000 DWT bitumen and oil product tanker include:

  • A dual-fuel design, capable of using both LNG and marine diesel oil
  • An optimized hull design that improves maneuverability and fuel efficiency
  • Emissions reduction technology
  • Fully insulated and independent cargo tanks for flexible load arrangements.

The McAsphalt Advantage is a significant step in the company's growth and leadership in the asphalt industry.