Nicolas Saverys-led Exmar is expected to book a pair of VLGC newbuildings in the coming days.
Market sources say the vessels will be constructed after the shipowner won a strongly contested tender for a long term contract with Norwegian energy major Statoil.
Hanjin Heavy Industries & Construction (HHIC)’s Subic Bay facility in the Philippines and Hyundai Heavy Industries are being flagged as likely yards to secure the deal.
