China order for GTT
Feb 26 (LNG) - Gaztransport and Technigaz (GTT), the French technology firm for designs of systems for the maritime transportation and storage of liquefied natural gas, has received an order from the Chinese Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding Group for tank designs for two newbuilds ordered by the Japanese shipowner Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line).
GTT said each vessel would offer a capacity of 79,960 cubic metres and be fitted with the No. 96 L03-plus membrane containment system. The delivery of the vessels is planned for the second quarter of 2022. “We are pleased to receive this new order for mid-scale LNG carriers, from Hudong-Zhonghua, a long term partner of GTT,” said Philippe Berterottière, the Paris-based company’s Chairman and Chief Executive.
