True North is strengthening its coastal logistics capability with the introduction of Topaz Amur, a next-generation Multi Carrying Vessel joining the fleet from March 2026.
Built on the same proven vessel platform as Topaz Tobol, Topaz Amur retains identical dimensions, draft, and performance characteristics. The key difference lies in its integrated container locker configuration, which delivers a step-change in container carrying capacity.
Capacity Comparison
Topaz Tobol: capacity for 0 containers (40’)
Topaz Amur: capacity for 30 containers (40’)
This represents a significant increase in capacity per voyage, achieved without increasing vessel size or compromising RoRo or LoLo operations.
Operational Impact
- Significantly higher cargo volumes per sailing
- Improved efficiency on container-heavy routes
- Reduced voyage frequency for equivalent throughput
- Greater flexibility across mixed cargo profiles
The accompanying renders illustrate the fully loaded configurations of Topaz Tobol and Topaz Amur, clearly highlighting the capacity gains enabled by the upgraded container stowage arrangement.
Vessel Overview
Topaz Amur is a Multi Carrying Vessel designed for flexible coastal and regional logistics, supporting RoRo, LoLo, containerised, and mixed-cargo operations.
The vessel sails under the Marshall Islands flag and is classed by ABS. Built by Vard Group in Norway and delivered in 2017, the vessel is owned by P&O Maritime MCV FZE and operated by True North Lda.
Topaz Amur is currently undergoing dry dock and UWILD works and will enter service with fully renewed statutory and safety certification.
| Principal Dimension | Performance | Cargo & Capacity | Accomodation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length Overall – 123 m | Propulsion – 2 x 1.200 kW | RoRo and LoLo capable cargo decks | Crew – 11 |
| Beam – 16.5 m | Service Speed – 10 knots | Approx. 1.300 m² usable deck area | Passenger – up to 10 truck drivers |
| Draft – 2.2 – 3 m | Fuel Consumption – approx. 10t/day at service speed | Deck strength – 10t/m² | Optional closing line (strong and very on-message) |
| Gross Tonnage – 2.958 t | 12 truck slots (18m x 2.5 footprint) | ||
| Displacement – 5.288 t | Container capacity – up to 102 40´ containers |
