GTT scores tank design order for Dynagas LNG carrier duo

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Image courtesy of GTT/Roland Mouron

French liquefied natural gas containment system specialist, GTT has been contracted by Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) to design tanks for two LNG carrier newbuilds.

Image courtesy of GTT/Roland Mouron

GTT said on Thursday that the vessels were being built on behalf of the Greek ship-owner Dynagas.

The tanks, capable of holding 180,000 cubic meters of LNG, will be fitted with the Mark III Flex+ membrane containment system.

According to GTT, the delivery of the vessels is scheduled during the first semester of 2022.

Commenting on the order, GTT’s CEO and chairman Philippe Berterottière said that this was the first Mark III Flex+ containment system ordered by HHI.