Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited (Nakilat) celebrated the naming of the latest LPG/Ammonia carrier to join its fleet during a special ceremony held at the HD Hyundai Samho shipyard in Yeongam, South Korea.
The new vessel “Energy North”, which entered service on October 2, 2026, is the first under Nakilat’s programme to build six new vessels at the HD Hyundai Samho shipyard, comprising two LNG carriers and four LPG/ammonia carriers. This investment reflects Nakilat’s commitment to strengthening its operational capabilities and meeting the growing demand for energy transport services in global markets.
Commenting on the occasion, Abdullah Al Sulaiti, CEO of Nakilat, said: “The addition of the first vessel under Nakilat’s fleet expansion programme marks another important milestone in our journey and reflects continued commitment to developing a modern and diversified fleet capable of supporting the global energy transportation sector efficiently and reliably. This achievement also embodies our vision to strengthen Nakilat’s position as a trusted leading global partner in maritime transportation.”
“Energy North” has a cargo capacity of 88,000 cubic metres, specifically designed to transport both LPG and ammonia safely and efficiently.
