GEFO Shipping orders two methanol-ready chemical tankers

German shipping company GEFO Shipping has ordered a pair of methanol-ready chemical tankers from Nantong Xiangyu shipyard in Nantong, China.

PHOTO: Company representatives at the deal signing ceremony. GEFO Shipping

Methanol-ready means that the vessels will not be capable of running on methanol upon delivery, but they will have the option to be retrofitted for methanol propulsion in the future. This implies they will likely run on fossil-based marine fuels upon delivery.

The two 7,900-dwt methanol-ready chemical tankers are scheduled for delivery in late 2026 and early 2027, respectively.

Additionally, the ships are prepared for the installation of rotor sails.

The contract between GEFO Shipping and Nantong Xiangyu Shipyard includes an option for two more chemical tankers.

By Tuhin Roy

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