China's Chengxi Shipyard is exploring a new line of business with a deal to build a high-specification LPG carrier for Kumiai Senpaku.
The Japanese shipowner is a previous customer at Chengxi but not for gas tonnage. If the deal for the small dual-fuel vessel is concluded, the ship will be Chengxi's first gas carrier and LPG-fuelled ship.
The yard considers the plan to be a significant but worthwhile investment.
