Leer, Germany-based EMS Group has christened the fifth vessel in its 10-ship newbuilding programme. EMS Luna was built at the KTU Shipyard in Batam, Indonesia, and is suited for transporting breakbulk, project cargo and bulk on the European shortsea trades.
Ten-year-old Fenna, the daughter of longtime EMS Group employee Heika Iwwerks, was named godmother of EMS Luna. She wished the ship and its crew smooth sailing and always a hand’s breadth of water under the keel.
A bottle of champagne was smashed against the hull in the port of Leer, in front of numerous international guests and in the immediate vicinity of the EMS Group headquarters, on October 9, 2025. The vessel had just completed its maiden voyage from Asia to Europe.
“The name-giving ceremony certainly is another milestone for us, clearly illustrating that the EMS Group is continuing on its growth path,” said group ceo Andreas Bergmann. “With our versatile and sustainable coasters, we are strengthening our presence in the short sea market and can provide our customers with even quicker and more flexible tailor-made transport solutions.”
