STAR LIMA

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Grieg's 'Star Lima' christened in Vancouver

Oct. 5, 2012 /CNW/ - Port Metro Vancouver, government, industry partners and key members from Norway's Grieg Star Shipping gathered at Canada Place to hold a Naming Ceremony for the company's newest breakbulk vessel, the Star Lima. The ceremony is a special event in the marine industry. "Grieg Star is proud and excited to be here with our partners in industry to celebrate the naming of this vessel. The Star Lima is the first ship of 10 forming part of the largest new ship building program in the history of the Grieg Group," said President and CEO of Grieg Star Shipping, Tom Rasmussen. The Star Lima is part of the most recent generation of open hatch vessels being designed for Grieg Star. Fitted with four special cranes, each capable of lifting 75 tonnes, the vessel offers flexibility to carry a variety of cargoes in addition to forest products and metals. More at http://www.newswire.ca/en/story/1048381/port-metro-vancouver-welcomes-special-event-for-major-international-shipping-line