CONSTRUCTION has commenced on an ultra-large liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier with a capacity of 271,000 cubic metres, underscoring China’s growing strength in high-end shipbuilding and global energy logistics.
The QC-Max class vessel, built by Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding (Group) Co Ltd under China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), is scheduled for delivery in 2028.
Measuring 3 4 4 metres in length, the mega-ship features an upgraded membrane containment system designed to maximize cargo capacity, enhance safety, and improve environmental efficiency.
Compared to conventional 174,000-cubic-metre LNG carriers currently dominating the market, the new vessel offers a 57 per cent increase in cargo capacity, while maintaining a daily boil-off rate of just 0.087 per cent, significantly reducing transit losses, according to a representative from the shipyard. Powered by a highly efficient dual-fuel propulsion system, the ship meets the International Maritime Organization’s Tier III emission standards and can dock at most major LNG terminals worldwide. — Xinhua
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