On 18 August 2026, Bluewave Tankers Joint Stock Company (BWT) took delivery of its first vessel and named her Bluewave Pioneer. The milestone marks BWT’s move from preparation to direct ownership and operation of tanker tonnage.

About the vessel

MT Bluewave Pioneer is an oil products tanker built at 21st Century Shipbuilding in Korea. She sails under the Panama flag and is classed by Korean Registry. The vessel has a deadweight of 13,071 tonnes, a length overall of 128.6 m, a beam of 20.4 m and 14 independent cargo tanks. The independent cargo tanks allow different product grades to be segregated within a single voyage. This gives BWT the flexibility to serve cargo requirements that combine more than one product type, in line with the needs of charterers in the region.

Why “Pioneer”?

The name "Pioneer" reflects what a first vessel represents: the foundation of a fleet that BWT intends to build on quality and operating discipline, not on size alone.

Ready for safe operations

From the outset, Bluewave Pioneer operates under a Safety Management System (SMS) aligned with the ISM Code, supported by a structured Planned Maintenance System (PMS) for key equipment. She is maintained in readiness for SIRE 2.0 vetting inspections.

What comes next

Bluewave Pioneer will trade on regional routes across Asia. BWT is also actively evaluating additional vessels to expand its fleet in line with market demand and disciplined investment criteria.

To discuss chartering and cooperation, please contact BWT at info@bluewavetankers.com or +84 902 875 275.