BW LNG works on larger LNG carrier
Published by Jessica Casey,
Editor
LNG Industry,
The 174 000 m3 LNG carrier has become a preferred size in today’s LNG shipping market, offering the compatibility and operational flexibility needed to serve a wide range of terminals and trading routes.
With its new 177 000 m3 three-tank design, BW LNG is building on these strengths by increasing cargo capacity by 3000 m3 – while retaining the same vessel dimensions and compatibility. This means more LNG can be transported on each voyage without compromising the flexibility that has made the 174 000 m3 class so widely adopted. The company’s four LNG newbuildings from HD Hyundai Samho, scheduled for delivery from 4Q28 – 3Q29, will feature the industry’s first three-tank LNG carrier design.
Developed with GTT and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, and evaluated and approved by DNV, the design combines increased capacity with:
- Increased cargo capacity from 174 000 m3 to 177 000 m3.
- Full operational flexibility for partial loading conditions.
- Lower boil-off rate, reducing natural boil off speed and reliquification power demand.
- Lower emissions intensity per delivered cargo.
- Proven Mark III membrane technology with reinforced membrane containment systems.
Read the article online at: https://www.lngindustry.com/lng-shipping/26082026/bw-lng-works-on-larger-lng-carrier/
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