Maersk Tankers has placed an order for up to 10 very large ammonia carriers (VLACs) with Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries in Korea, with the first four vessels scheduled for delivery from the end of 2026, reports Riviera Maritime Media.
The order was placed via an affiliated company of Maersk Tankers and Mitsui & Co. will be a co-investor in the first four vessels. A further six vessels will be under option. The vessels will be operated by Maersk Tankers.
The 93,000 cubic metre newbuild will be among the largest ammonia carriers in operation, capable of carrying a full cargo of ammonia.
Maersk Tankers also disclosed that it is working with MAN Energy Solutions and Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Engine Machine Division (EMD) to make the vessels capable of running on clean ammonia, although a decision to install ammonia capable engines ‘requires both regulatory and customer support.’
The vessels will be classed by ABS.
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Source: Riviera Maritime Media
