Evolution of the global LNG carrier fleet

Description 

These graphs show the evolution of the global LNG carrier fleet : annual vessels commissioned, total number of LNG carriers in service and average capacity.

Analysis

The implementation of new LNG carriers remains important with 42 new vessels in 2019.

At the same time, the average capacity of the LNG carriers increased to reach more than 170,000 m3 in 2019, which corresponds to the authorized limit of the Panama Canal since its widening.

Source : IGU - WORLD LNG REPORT (2020)

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