Seaspan has announced the acquisition of a fleet of six containerships for a total price of $380m. Seaspan will take possession of three 2012-built 10,700 teu vessels, two 2013-built 9,200 teu vessels, and one 2014-built 9,200 teu vessel, which are all operating under long-term charter with a global liner. The acquisition will bring the company’s global fleet to 119 vessels with capacity of 975,000 teu. The purchase, scheduled for December, is expected to be financed from both borrowing and cash on hand.
