Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of the Wärtsilä technology group, has secured a new contract to further solidify its leadership in small-scale LNG applications.
The company will deliver its advanced Cargo Handling and Fuel Gas Supply systems for a 12,500 cbm LNG bunkering vessel under construction at Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering shipyard in China. The vessel is being built for the global energy company Vitol, and the order was confirmed in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Moreover, Wärtsilä’s expertise in designing and delivering complete systems, including Boil-Off Gas (BOG) management, integrated fuel supply, custody transfer, and bunkering transfer systems, was a decisive factor in securing the contract. The company’s extensive experience in small-scale LNG solutions and strong track record in the industry further reinforced its position as the preferred choice.
This project also highlights Wärtsilä’s longstanding partnership with the Nantong CIMC Sinopacific shipyard, where it has previously supplied cargo handling systems for LNG, LPG, ethane/ethylene, and multi-gas carriers.
Richie Zhu, Sales Manager of Wärtsilä Gas Solutions in China, commented: “LNG is today an important marine fuel and is rapidly becoming the preferred choice for owners and operators seeking more sustainable fuel options. The market for LNG bunkering vessels is increasing in line with this trend, and we have established a leading position in supplying modern and reliable systems that optimise overall cargo handling efficiency for such vessels.”
