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The liquified petroleum gas shipping firm has placed an order with the South Korean shipbuilder for three dual-fuel Very Large Gas Carriers.
Illustrative imageDorian LPG has contracted Hanwha Ocean for the construction of three new vessels, according to a report by Rigzone.
These new additions to the fleet will be Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs) of the Panamax class.
Each vessel is designed to be dual-fuel capable, allowing for operational flexibility and compliance with evolving emissions standards.
Hanwha Ocean, a shipbuilder based in South Korea, is scheduled to deliver all three newbuild VLGCs during 2030.
Source & attribution
This report is an original editorial summary based on reporting published by Rigzone.
Original article: Dorian LPG Orders 3 New Vessels from Hanwha Ocean
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