Ecovix starts steel processing for Transpetro Handy tankers

Ecovix has started steel processing for the construction of four Handy tankers contracted by Transpetro, marking the beginning of hull fabrication works at the Rio Grande Shipyard in southern Brazil.

The activity began on April 9, with approximately 100 tonnes of steel already delivered to the yard. Additional deliveries totaling around 11,500 tonnes are expected by June, as the project advances.

The vessels are part of Transpetro’s fleet renewal program and are being built under contracts aimed at expanding and modernizing the company’s logistics capacity. More than 50% of the equipment required for the project has already been procured.

The initial phase of construction is expected to generate new jobs at the shipyard, with around 100 additional workers to be incorporated into the workforce.

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