GLOBAL OPEN HATCH BULK CARRIER SHIPS MARKET

INTRODUCTION

The open hatch bulk carrier, also known as the conbulker or OHBC, is built to provide direct access to the hold through cargo hatches that span the whole width of the ship.Large freight units can therefore be dropped into position.The holds or hatches are made to fit typical cargo unit sizes when it is practicable.

A gantry crane is sometimes installed. The transportation equipment used for managing freight receives considerable consideration.Because more steel is needed to make the hatches wider, these conbulkers are pricey.This is necessary to give strength.

Logs and other forest products, such as pre-slung timber, can be loaded through the open hatches.When compared to using a traditional bulk carrier, handling heavy units is easier.Dry bulk and containers can both be transported using open-hatch bulk carriers.

Transporting loose (non-liquid) bulk items like ore, coal, grain, etc. is done using bulk carriers. Specialised bulk carriers called "open hatch carriers" have a top hatch that can be opened to convey containers and bulk cargo. Specific commodities can be loaded and unloaded more easily due to the open structure.

Bulk carriers with open hatches have openings at the top.These hatches are in charge of covering the ship's bottom deck or cargo hold.Trap Doors are frequently used in hatch entrances to waterproof the cargo hold. These trap doors are frequently protected by a tarp or a locking mechanism.

GLOBAL OPEN HATCH BULK CARRIER SHIPS MARKET SIZE AND FORECAST

The Global Open hatch bulk carrier shipsMarket accountedfor $XX Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2023 to 2030.

RECENT DEVELOPMENT

An open-hatch cargo ship owned by subsidiary Cosco Shipping Specialized Carriers has undergone retrofitting by Cosco Shipping Lines.Given the significant structural differences between completely cellular containerships and its cargo-carrying design, particularly the absence of fasteners for supporting containers in the cargo holds, terminal workers had to perform thorough container lashing services to secure the boxes.

Safety procedures for open hatches are required whether crew members are operating on a ship that is docked or sailing through the water. Without notice, open hatches could cause people to go overboard.Workers frequently suffer fatal injuries when they fall to the bottom portion of the boat while unaware of open hatches, suffering serious injuries.

When the ship is travelling through the water, open hatches are also dangerous.A malfunctioning trapdoor or a hatch that is entirely open could cause the ship to capsize.In order to allow for ventilation, crew members frequently open the hatches while the ship is moving, which leads to more accidents and fatalities.Additionally, the possibility of a crew member becoming trapped inside due to inadequate.

Lazarette refers to the little cargo hatch that leads to the storage locker and is often located at the end of the boat.Large cargo units can be easily lowered within the cargo hold thanks to the direct access that Open Hatch Bulk Carriers provide through hatches.These carriers can occasionally be equipped with a gantry crane.

Heavy units are simpler to handle in OHBCs than they would be in a traditional bulk carrier.The open hatches are particularly excellent for moving forest.

COMPANY PROFILE

• Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd
• Eagle
• Euronav
• Navios Maritime 
• Golden Ocean Group Ltd. 

THIS REPORT WILL ANSWER FOLLOWING QUESTIONS

1. How many Open hatch bulk carrier ships are manufactured per annum globally? Who are the sub-component suppliers in different regions?
2. Cost breakup of a Global Open hatch bulk carrier ships and key vendor selection criteria
3. Where are the Open hatch bulk carrier ships manufactured? What is the average margin per unit?
4. Market share of Global Open hatch bulk carrier ships market manufacturers and their upcoming products
5. Cost advantage for OEMs who manufacture Global Open hatch bulk carrier ships in-house
6. key predictions for next 5 years in Global Open hatch bulk carrier ships market
7. Average B-2-B Open hatch bulk carrier ships market price in all segments
8. Latest trends in Open hatch bulk carrier ships market, by every market segment
9. The market size (both volume and value) of the Open hatch bulk carrier ships market in 2023-2030 and every year in between?
10. Production breakup of Open hatch bulk carrier ships market, by suppliers and their OEM relationship