Group 1 - Trafigura has returned to Hyundai Heavy Industries to order 2 additional VLCCs (Very Large Crude Carriers) with delivery expected in September 2029 and March 2030 [2] - The estimated price for each VLCC is not disclosed, but previous estimates suggest it is under $120 million [2] - With the latest order, Trafigura has now ordered a total of 10 VLCCs from Hyundai Heavy Industries, marking a significant investment in its fleet [2][3] Group 2 - The new VLCCs are designed to be ammonia-ready and equipped with desulfurization systems, indicating a focus on environmental compliance [3] - Trafigura's confidence in the VLCC market is reflected in the surge of new orders, with 38 VLCCs ordered since July, compared to only 12 in the first half of the year [3] - The company is one of the leading independent commodity trading and logistics firms globally, with a significant volume of oil and petroleum products traded [3] Group 3 - Trafigura's current fleet consists of 20 liquid cargo vessels, including 1 VLCC, with a total capacity of approximately 1.37 million deadweight tons [4] - In addition to VLCC orders, Trafigura has new vessels under construction, including 4 medium LPG carriers and 1 asphalt carrier [4] - Hyundai Heavy Industries has a backlog of 97 vessels totaling 11.9845 million deadweight tons, with delivery schedules extending to 2029 [5]
累计10艘!江苏船厂再获VLCC新订单
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-11-27 07:00