Nakilat Names Nine New Gas Carriers in South Korea

Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) has named nine new gas carriers at three South Korean shipyards, marking progress in its fleet expansion programs aimed at increasing LNG transportation capacity and diversifying into LPG/ammonia shipping.

The naming ceremonies, announced on November 2, took place at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Samho, covering seven LNG carriers and two LPG/ammonia carriers.

Five of the LNG carriers form part of Nakilat's 25-vessel conventional-size LNG carrier newbuild program at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean.

The 25 vessels will be fully owned and operated by Nakilat and chartered to QatarEnergy affiliates under long-term agreements, supporting LNG transportation requirements associated with Qatar's North Field expansion projects.

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