A new liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier, Elisa Halcyon, ordered by France LNG Shipping SAS from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries in South Korea, was completed and delivered on October 31. The vessel will be chartered on a long-term basis up to 20 years to EDF LNG Shipping SAS for LNG transportation, under the ship management of Gazocean.
Advanced Design and Efficient Propulsion
Elisa Halcyon is equipped with a highly efficient dual-fuel slow-speed diesel engine manufactured by WinGD. This X-DF engine can operate on both conventional fuel oil and boil-off gas natural gas that vaporizes during transport. The vessel features a membrane-type cargo tank with a total capacity of 174,000 cubic meters. Its superior insulation minimizes boil-off losses, ensuring optimal performance and fuel efficiency during long voyages.
Cutting-Edge Environmental and Operational Features
To further enhance operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact, Elisa Halcyon incorporates an advanced re-liquefaction system developed by Air Liquide. This system re-liquefies surplus boil-off gas, converting it back into liquid form. The result is improved fuel economy, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and a lower carbon footprint key factors in sustainable LNG transport.
Vessel Particulars
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Length overall: approx. 297.2 meters
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Breadth: approx. 46.4 meters
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Main engine: X-DF dual-fuel diesel engine
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Cargo tank capacity: approx. 174,000 cubic meters (membrane type)
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Shipbuilder: Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.
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Ship registry: France
Collaboration of Industry Leaders
France LNG Shipping SAS, a joint venture between NYK and Geogas LNG SAS, ordered the vessel. Geogas LNG SAS, part of the Geogas Group, brings over four decades of experience in LNG vessel ownership and transportation. The charterer, EDF LNG Shipping SAS, a subsidiary of EDF, oversees LNG shipping operations, while the vessel’s management will be handled by Gazocean a French ship-management company jointly owned by NYK and Geogas LNG.
The delivery of Elisa Halcyon represents another milestone in France’s LNG transport capabilities. Combining state-of-the-art engineering, fuel-efficient technologies, and collaborative expertise from leading maritime firms, the vessel embodies a commitment to sustainable, safe, and efficient LNG shipping for the decades ahead.
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Source: NYK LINE
