NYK Stolt Tankers, a joint venture between NYK and Stolt Tankers Limited, has signed a contract with the Nantong Xiangyu Shipyard in China for the construction of two chemical tankers.
With deliveries scheduled for 2028 and 2029, these vessels will join the fleet of chemical tankers operated by Stolt Tankers BV. This order brings the total number of units under construction to eight, including the six commissioned from the same shipyard in 2024.
The two newly ordered vessels are large chemical tankers with a loading capacity of 38,000 tons. They will feature stainless steel tanks capable of transporting various chemicals and will incorporate energy-saving technologies, such as the ability to receive shore power supply during port stays, as part of their commitment to environmental sustainability.
In response to the growing demand for renewable energy to achieve a decarbonized society, the demand for chemical tankers capable of transporting sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), other renewable fuels, and feedstocks is expected to experience steady growth. In response, the NYK Group and Stolt Tankers are promoting the renewal and expansion of our chemical tanker fleet.
