The second quarter of this year has seen a bonanza for owners of VLGCs as another facet of the US shale revolution shows itself. Spot earnings for modern VLGCs are currently almost $120,000 a day against averages in the last two years of around ...

Exmar group has reported a $51.7m profit in the first half, spurred on by the disposal of older LPG vessels.

In twin moves, the John Hadjipateras-led Dorian LPG has opened the door to the Chinese gas market and is partnering with Mitsui OSK Lines (MOL) to create a pool with the world's leading eco-VLGC fleet.

China’s Tianjin Southwest Maritime (TSM) has ordered two 83,000 cu m VLGCs at Jiangnan Shipyard, adding on to three existing orders that were confirmed between September 2013 to January this year, reports said.

One of Aurora LPG's peers attempted a hostile takeover last week by approaching key shareholders and making offers for their stakes in the company.

The Great Eastern Shipping (GE Shipping) has agreed to sell a 1990-built, 49,701 dwt very large gas carrier (VLGC).

Japan’s Astomos Energy has placed an order to construct one 82,200 cu m VLGC that will be able to pass through the expanded Panama Canal.

Stealthgas has reported increased profits in a strong quarter for both its spot and time charter businesses.

Stealthgas has priced an offering of 4.4m shares at $10.50 per unit for a gross haul of $47m.

Oriental Energy (Singapore) has sealed a long term charter contract with Pacific Gas, wholly-owned by Shandong Shipping, for four 50,000 dwt VLGC newbuildings.