TeamCo Shipyard Delivers New Falcon Bunker Tanker
The newly completed Type C tanker will soon begin bunkering operations in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp region.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Construction
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TeamCo Shipyard has officially delivered the new inland bunker tanker Falcon to its owner, Graven Barges Services. The vessel is slated to be chartered by UniBarge to support refueling operations across the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp area.
Why it matters
The introduction of the Falcon enhances bunkering logistics in a key European shipping hub by adding a vessel specifically equipped for the transport of methanol. This development supports the ongoing shift toward alternative marine fuels within the regional shipping industry.
The Falcon features a cargo capacity exceeding 8,600 tonnes across 12 tanks and measures 135 metres in length with a beam of 17.5 metres. Propulsion is powered by dual Caterpillar 3512C engines rated at 1,118 kW each.
The players
TeamCo Shipyard
This Netherlands-based company specializes in the construction, outfitting, and repair of inland waterway vessels.
Graven Barges Services
This organization is a maritime services entity based in Belgium that manages a fleet of specialized cargo vessels.
UniBarge
A logistics and bunkering company that operates a fleet of inland tankers across European waterways.
RensenDriessen Shipbuilding
This firm provides engineering and design services for inland shipping vessels and manages hull construction projects.
The details
Designed by RensenDriessen Shipbuilding with outfitting completed by TeamCo Shipyard, the Type C tanker is configured to handle methanol delivery. The vessel utilizes two Caterpillar C18 engines to provide its onboard electrical power.
Timeline
The delivery of the vessel occurred on October 28, 2026.
Market Landscape
The delivery of the Falcon aligns with the broader industry transition toward methanol-ready infrastructure in the European inland shipping market. This deployment positions the operators to better compete in the specialized bunkering sector as demand for cleaner marine fuels increases.
The introduction of this high-capacity tanker serves to increase the reliability of fuel supply chains for commercial vessels operating in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp area. This operational upgrade may help stabilize regional bunkering costs for shipping clients by improving overall logistics efficiency.
The takeaway
The Falcon marks a significant upgrade in regional inland shipping capacity with its versatile tank configuration. Operators can look toward such specialized vessel designs as a template for incorporating alternative fuel delivery into existing logistics chains.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Baird Maritime.
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