Mitsubishi Shipbuilding has secured a contract to build Japan’s first dual-fuel LNG bunkering vessel.

The vessel has been ordered by KEYS Bunkering West Japan Co, a joint venture set up in February 2022.

Kyushu Electric Power Co and NYK Line each have a 40% stake in the company, with Itochu Enex holding 15% and Saibu Gas 5%.