Vessel M.V. Barzan has been registered under the Malta flag, as revealed by Transport Malta. This vessel belongs to the United Arab Ship Company and it is also the largest on their fleet.
The ship, taking 18,800, 20-foot containers is the first of its category as well as the most fuel-efficient due to its avant-garde design, engines and technology up to new international standards. Transport Malta further stated that in fact, this ship produces the least pollution amongst others in its category.
Transport and infrastructure minister Joe Mizzi stated that within the maritime industry, the Malta flag is widely renowned and recommended as a register of the highest standards with regards to security and environmental awareness and protection.
It is also important to know that recently the Malta ship register moved up to become the seventh largest in the world, remaining the largest in Europe. In view of this, the minister emphasised the importance that Malta continues to strengthen its maritime industry and remain at its forefront of by continuing to offer the best services and meeting the needs and requirements of the various stakeholders involved.
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