**114,000 DWT Afra Tanker YASA PANTHER Named** On 2 Apr 2026, the 114,000 DWT Afra crude oil tanker YASA PANTHER was officially named. The vessel was built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. for YASA TANKER. The naming ceremony marks a key milestone in the tanker’s construction and delivery process. Afra tankers of this size are commonly used for transporting crude oil on medium-range routes. The YASA PANTHER adds to YASA TANKER’s growing fleet aimed at enhancing its crude oil shipping capacity. The successful naming signals progress for both the shipbuilder and owner as they prepare for the tanker’s entry into service.