
NYK BULKSHIP ASIA PTE LTD has placed an order for a dual-fuel LPG gas tanker with KAWASAKI HEAVY INDUSTRIES - SAKAIDE WORKS. The vessel, classified as a Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), will have a carrying capacity of 87,000 cubic meters. Delivery is scheduled within the year 2029, between January and December. The order was reported on 18 Jun 2026. This addition reflects ongoing industry trends toward cleaner fuel technologies in gas transportation. The dual-fuel capability will allow the tanker to operate on LPG and an alternative fuel, enhancing operational flexibility and environmental compliance.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (Sakaide Shipyard)