Maersk Tankers Names First of 10 Very Large Gas Carrier Series in South Korea

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Maersk Tankers held a naming ceremony for the "Jane Maersk" in Mokpo, South Korea, launching a newbuilding series of 10 very large ammonia/LPG carriers (VLAC/VLGC), marking the company's latest expansion into the large gas carrier segment.

The vessel is designed to transport liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and ammonia, enabling Maersk Tankers to address current gas transportation needs while maintaining flexibility to adapt to energy market changes.

This naming connects the newbuilding program with Maersk Tankers' early involvement in gas shipping. The company entered the gas shipping sector in 1972 when the "Inge Maersk" joined its fleet as an LPG and ammonia carrier. In 1990, Maersk ventured into the large gas carrier segment with a new generation of South Korean-built vessels, the first of which was also named "Jane Maersk."

The "Jane Maersk" is the first of the 10 vessels currently under construction. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Maersk Tankers focuses on commercial management and ship operations for tankers and gas carriers. Wholly owned by A.P. Moller Holding, the company's tanker business dates back to 1928.

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