Purus Expands Fleet with Order for LNG Carrier

Purus, a leading provider of maritime services for the gas transport and offshore wind industries, has recently placed an order for a new liquified natural gas carrier (LNGC) with Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea. This latest addition brings Purus’ newbuilding program to a total of ten gas carriers currently under construction at Hyundai Group-affiliated shipyards.

The newly ordered vessel is a 180,000 cbm dual-fuel LNG carrier scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2027. Upon completion, the ship will enter into a long-term charter agreement with an undisclosed energy company. This strategic move reaffirms Purus’ ongoing commitment to facilitating the clean energy transition by supporting the utilization, supply, and transportation of environmentally friendly fuels.

“Designed for long-term efficiency and regulatory compliance, the vessel will surpass EEDI Phase III requirements and incorporate performance-optimizing features – including a twin skeg highly optimized hull design – to enhance fuel economy and propulsion efficiency,” emphasized the company.

The new LNG carrier will be equipped with advanced dual-fuel propulsion systems and optimized to utilize natural gas boil-off as fuel. This cutting-edge design allows for up to a 25% reduction in CO₂ emissions and approximately 85% lower NOₓ emissions compared to traditional marine fuels. Additionally, the use of LNG ensures minimal SOₓ output and significantly reduces particulate matter, supporting cleaner operations in emission control areas.

Earlier this year, Purus initiated the construction phase for a medium-sized gas carrier (MGC) intended for ammonia transport, further diversifying its fleet and expanding its capabilities in the maritime industry.