RensenDriessen makes deep-sea foray with two LNG tankers
Dutch company RensenDriessen Shipbuilding & Shipbrokers has announced brokerage for two 20,000m³ LNG carriers, marking its foray into the deep-sea shipping market.
Scheduled for delivery in 2027, these dual-fuel vessels will be constructed at a Chinese shipyard and are designed to comply with the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Tier III standards.
This move signifies a strategic expansion for RensenDriessen, a company that is into inland shipping.
The tankers, each spanning 160m in length and 25m in width, will be powered by WINGD LNG dual-fuel engines, have a designed service speed of 15.5 knots and incorporate iCER technology to reduce emissions.
These features are expected to enhance fuel efficiency and environmental sustainability in line with the current demands of the deep-sea LNG trade, stated the company.
RensenDriessen managing partner Wim Driessen said: “This is more than just a transaction. It’s a next step in our development as a brokerage partner with a European heart and global reach.
“We have a solid track record in building vessels in China and know how to align each project with the most suitable yard. By entering the short-sea and deep-sea markets with a proven business model, we’re opening up new opportunities for shipowners who want to combine affordability with quality and flexibility.”
The new tankers are being constructed for a Northern European owner with focus on LNG transportation and distribution.
The steel cutting for the first tanker is expected in two weeks, with its delivery anticipated in April 2027.
The second tanker’s steel cutting will follow in around four months, with delivery expected in September 2027.
Upon completion, these tankers will operate across Asian and European waters.
Concurrently, RensenDriessen has awarded an order for an LCO₂ tanker in China. This vessel will be deployed in Northwest Europe for exporting captured CO₂.
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