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GSI secures six dual-fuel tanker newbuild contracts

Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) has inked LNG and methanol dual-fuel newbuilding deals with Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) and Asia Pacific Shipping.

Katherine Si, China Correspondent

June 5, 2024

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The contract with EPS covers four LNG dual-fuel LRII tankers, while Asia Pacific Shipping has ordered two methanol dual-fuel MR tankers.

Independently developed by Guangzhou Shipyard International, the two types of vessel both highlight the shipyard’s green and low-carbon products strategy.

With the addition of this new order, EPS has eight of the same type of LRII tankers constructed by Guangzhou Shipyard International.

As of date, Guangzhou Shipyard International holds over eighty methanol/LNG dual-fuel vessels orderbook. 

 

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Katherine Si

Katherine Si

China Correspondent

China-based Katherine Si has worked in the maritime industry since 2008 is well-connected with local industry players including Chinese owners and yards.

Having majored in English Katherine started at news portal ShippingChina.com where she rose to become a News Editor. In 2008 she moved to work with Seatrade and has since held numerous positions including China correspondent for Seatrade Maritime Review magazine.

With extensive experience in writing, research and social media promotion, Katherine focuses on the shipping and transport sectors.

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