AET has placed an order at Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) for two LNG dual-fuel suezmax tankers, further expanding its fleet of lower-emission vessels.
The Singapore-based tanker arm of Malaysia’s top shipping line, MISC, said the latest deal marks a key step in its push to operate dual-fuel ships across all key tanker segments — aframax, shuttle tanker, suezmax and VLCC.
Shipbuilding sources estimate AET is spending nearly $200m to see the crude carriers delivered by 2029.
Once delivered, the newbuildings will join AET’s growing fleet of dual-fuel vessels operating worldwide. The company counts more than 60 vessels, including LNG and ammonia dual-fuel units.
AET said LNG is one of several alternative fuels it is developing alongside ammonia and other emerging low-carbon options, adding that dual-fuel engines running on LNG can emit up to 23% less greenhouse gases on a well-to-wake basis compared to conventional fuels, while also sharply reducing particulate matter, SOₓ and NOₓ emissions.
Nick Potter, AET president and CEO, noted the order represents another milestone in the company’s long-term decarbonisation plans. “With these newbuilds, our dual-fuel fleet will grow to 18 vessels — a clear demonstration of the progress we’re making in delivering more energy with fewer emissions,” he said.
Each of the suezmaxes will feature an Everllence 6G70ME-C10.5-GI main engine designed for higher fuel efficiency and reduced methane slip. The ships will also be equipped with Samsung’s SVESSEL smart ship system for real-time performance monitoring and data-based optimisation. Energy-saving features such as SAVER ducts and fins, a rudder bulb, variable frequency drive systems, and a hybrid vertical bow are expected to further cut fuel consumption and emissions.
