Shipyard

GTT Secures LNG Carrier Tank Design Order

GTT has received an order from Samsung Heavy Industries for the tank design of one 180,000 m³ LNG carrier for a European shipowner, with delivery expected in 2028.

Photo courtesy of GTT

7, March 2026
67 Views

GTT has received an order from Samsung Heavy Industries for the tank design of one new LNG carrier. The order was recorded in the first quarter of 2026 and was placed on behalf of a European shipowner.

Under the contract, GTT will design the vessel’s cryogenic tanks with a total capacity of 180,000 m³. The tanks will be fitted with the Mark III Flex membrane containment system.

Delivery of the vessel is expected in 2028.

Tags: GTT, LNG carrier, Samsung Heavy Industries, tank design

Editorial Note:
This article was prepared with the assistance of AI tools to enhance clarity and efficiency.
All information has been reviewed and verified by the HMT News editor.

24, Feb
|

Offshore

Technip Energies Wins Coral Norte FLNG Contract in Mozambique

Technip Energies, with JGC and Samsung Heavy Industries, wins an MRV contract to advance Coral Norte FLNG offshore Mozambique, following early works and a hull launch in Geoje.

10, Feb
|

Shipyard

Samsung Heavy Cancels Tanker Order Amid Buyer Payment Failure

Samsung Heavy Industries canceled delivery of a crude tanker after the buyer missed the final installment and said vessel No. 2 delivery may change depending on the shipowner’s finances.

5, Feb
|

Shipyard

China’s LNGC Package Deals Accelerate, Pressuring Korea’s Shipbuilders

China booked 13 LNG carriers in January, driven by an integrated model linking finance, shipping and long-term charter demand, intensifying competitive pressure on Korean LNGC builders.