"K" Line has ordered 10 panamax 4,500-TEU containerships from South Korea's Hyundai Heavy Industries with delivery starting in 2010, announced the Japanese shipping giant.

The new ships will replace 3,500-TEU vessels. Each will be 267 meters long, 35.4 meters wide, draw 10.8 meters and cruise at 24.1 knots.

"This latest order reflects "K" Line's wish to further reinforce its ability to provide even better service quality," said a company statement.

"K" LINE has ordered 10 panamax 4,500-TEU containerships from South Korea's Hyundai Heavy Industries with delivery starting in 2010, announced the Japanese shipping giant.

The new ships will replace 3,500-TEU vessels. Each will be 267 meters long, 35.4 meters wide, draw 10.8 meters and cruise at 24.1 knots.

"This latest order reflects "K" Line's wish to further reinforce its ability to provide even better service quality," said a company statement.