ABS and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Ltd. (MOL) informed that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on up to 14 new gas carriers. The agreement regards seven new-build Very Large Ethane Carriers (VLEC) and up to seven new-build Liquefied Natural Gas Carriers (LNGC) designed to carry gas from the US to China and other global markets.
ABS will provide plan review, survey, inspection and other classification services for ships, machinery and equipment as well as help with managing the requirements for foreign flag carriers calling at US terminals.
Joining our accumulated experience and knowledge as one of the world’s leading LNG carrier owners and management companies and the largest VLEC operator in the world, with ABS’ extensive experience, demonstrates that MOL is committed to offering safe, high-quality and efficient gas transport service to customers
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stated Tatsuro Watanabe, MOL General Manager, Energy Business Strategy Division, Energy Transport Business Unit.
ABS has experience with gas-related assets and has been the classification organization of choice for some of the most advanced gas carriers in service.
