Gas Carriers (SHANGHAI) ABS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. (MOL) to collaborate on up to 14 new gas carriers, says a press release published on their website.
What is in the agreement?
The agreement covers seven new-build Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLEC) and up to seven new-build Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers (LNGC) designed to carry gas from the U.S. to China and other global markets.
“ABS is a world leader in gas and the classification of gas carriers, with a track record of supporting some of the most innovative and technically demanding projects in the world,” said Tony Nassif, ABS Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
“It is outstanding to have that expertise recognized by an innovator such as MOL.” He added, that ABS is proud to be able to use their extensive experience to support the projects and advance the
- safe handling,
- storage and
- transportation of gas
What will ABS offer?
ABS will provide
- plan review,
- survey,
- inspection and
- other classification services for
- vessels,
- machinery and
- equipment as well as assist with managing the requirements for foreign flag carriers calling at U.S. terminals.
Tatsuro Watanabe, MOL General Manager, Energy Business Strategy Division, Energy Transport Business Unit said that their accumulated experience and knowledge as one of the world’s leading LNG carrier owners and management companies and the largest VLEC operator in the world, with ABS’ extensive experience, demonstrates that MOL is committed to offering:
- safe,
- high-quality and
- efficient gas transport service to customers.
ABS has extensive experience with the full scope of gas-related assets and has been the classification organization of choice for some of the most advanced gas carriers in service.
ABS provides global gas industry leadership, offering guidance in liquefied natural gas (LNG) floating structures and systems, gas fuel systems and equipment, gas carriers, and regulatory and statutory requirements. ABS also offers:
- specification reviews,
- risk and hazard assessments,
- bunkering suitability reviews,
- project management for new construction and
- feasibility studies.
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Source: ABS
