GasLog Ltd. held a double naming ceremony on 16 September at Hanwha Ocean Shipyard in Geoje, South Korea, for the LNG carriers Woodside Jirrubakura and Woodside Barrumbara, according to the company’s release.
The vessels were officially named by Mrs. Shelley Barrett, Woodside Energy FPSO and Macedon Joint Venture Coordinator, who conducted the traditional champagne breaking. According to the company, the names carry meanings in the Ngarluma language of Western Australia: “Jirrubakura” refers to crayfish and “Barrumbara” to barramundi.
The vessels are scheduled for delivery in September and November and will be equipped with HP-2S MEGI engines, two shaft generators, an air lubrication system, and a full reliquefaction system.
GasLog Ltd. is an international owner, operator, and manager of liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, incorporated in Bermuda. The company provides shipping services for LNG producers and consumers worldwide.
Woodside Energy Group Ltd. is an Australian public company engaged in the exploration, development, production, and marketing of hydrocarbons, with operations across Australia and international projects.
Hanwha Ocean Co., Ltd. is a South Korean shipbuilding company headquartered in Geoje, specializing in the construction of commercial vessels, naval ships, and offshore structures. It is part of the Hanwha Group conglomerate.
