Meet the Hamburg Express-class container ship, Hapag-Lloyd's Flagship

The Hamburg Express-class container ship is a behemoth of the sea, with the Hapag-Lloyd's flagship being one of the largest and most impressive vessels in the fleet.

This massive ship can carry over 15,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), making it a crucial part of Hapag-Lloyd's global logistics network.

The Hamburg Express-class container ship is designed for efficiency and speed, with a top speed of over 24 knots and a range of over 6,000 nautical miles.

The Hamburg Terminal is a key component of the Hamburg Express-class container ship's operations. It's located in the Port of Hamburg, Germany.

The terminal is a state-of-the-art facility, equipped with advanced technology to efficiently handle cargo. It has a deep-water berth, allowing the ship to dock and unload containers quickly.

The Hamburg Terminal is a strategic location for the Hamburg Express-class, as it provides easy access to major European markets.

The Hamburg Express, a 23,660 TEU dual-fuel ship, was christened on November 4, 2024, at the Container Terminal Burchardkai in the Port of Hamburg.

This ship is the eponymous flagship of Hapag-Lloyd's "Hamburg Express" class, a series of 12 LNG dual-fuel newbuildings being built at the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in South Korea.

Hamburg Express operates on the FE3 Far East service between Asia and Europe, making it one of the largest container ships to sail under the German flag, with a length of 399 meters.

Thanks to its size, design, and LNG dual-fuel engines, Hamburg Express is expected to significantly boost efficiency per container transported and reduce emissions by 20 to 25% in the near future.

The ship can already run on biomethane and e-methane, preparing for a future powered by non-fossil fuels as they become available worldwide.

The Hamburg Express class sets new standards in sustainability and economic efficiency, making shipping even more climate-friendly.

The HHLA Container Terminal Burchardkai in Waltershof is the cradle of container handling in the Port of Hamburg.

It's been around since 1968, when the first containership tied up.