Wärtsilä to supply cargo handling and LFSS for Oriental Energy VLGCs

China-based Oriental Energy mainly focuses on the operation of its PDH (Propane Dehydrogenation) factories and LPG trading.

The order with Wärtsilä was placed in April 2021 and the Wärtsilä equipment is scheduled for delivery in July 2022. Wärtsilä has previously delivered similar systems to two Oriental Energy VLGCs.

The 93,000 cbm capacity vessels are among the largest of their type ever built. In addition to the cargo handling system, Wärtsilä will also deliver its LPG Fuel Supply System (LFSS) as an integrated element within the entire gas handling installation. Wärtsilä is currently the only company with LFSS units in operation.

“Our experience and track record in supplying state-of-the-art gas cargo systems for the global shipping fleet is unmatched, and we are delighted to have been contracted to supply these new vessels. We have established a strong relationship with the Jiangnan shipyard and look forward to working with them again on this project,” said Hans Jakob Buvarp, Sales Manager, Wärtsilä Gas Solutions.