Pantheon Tankers Management is making a notable return to the South Korean shipbuilding industry after a hiatus of five years. The Greek shipowner is preparing to invest approximately $176 million in new suezmax tanker builds. The move signals a significant step for the company as it looks to expand its fleet with high-capacity vessels. According to industry insiders, Pantheon Tankers has inked a letter of intent with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for the construction of two 158,000-deadweight-ton scrubber-fitted crude carriers. This development marks a renewed collaboration between the Greek tanker outfit and South Korean shipbuilders, indicating a robust demand in the tanker market. The new suezmax tankers are expected to bolster Pantheon Tankers' capabilities in the transport of crude oil, enhancing their operational efficiency in a competitive industry.
Pantheon Tankersorders Suezmax Newbuildings in South Korea
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