Rosneft has confirmed the first LNG carrier contract signing for Novatek's Arctic 2 LNG project.
It said its Zvezda Shipbuilding Complex has finalised a deal to build the pilot vessel for state shipowner Sovcomflot, with the newbuilding due in the first quarter of 2023.
"The pilot gas carrier vessel for Arctic LNG 2 will meet the design requirements for Christophe de Margerie vessels ordered for Novatek’s project in South Korea in 2013 in order to provide support to Yamal LNG and ensure year-round transportation of LNG in harsh ice conditions of the Kara Sea and the Gulf of Ob," Rosneft said.
