Wärtsilä continues to strengthen its market leadership in cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems
Wärtsilä to Equip Six New Gas Carrier Ships with Advanced LPG Systems
Wärtsilä to Deliver Gas Systems for Six New LPG Carrier Ships from China
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of the Wärtsilä technology group, has secured a new contract to provide cargo handling and fuel gas supply systems for six medium-sized gas carrier (MGC) vessels. These new ships will be built at the Jiangsu Yangzi-Mitsui Shipbuilding yard (YAMIC) in China for a Japanese shipowner. The contract, signed in Q3 2024, will help Wärtsilä maintain its leading position in the gas carrier industry.
Ships to Transport LPG Safely and Efficiently
The six vessels are designed to transport liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), a cleaner fuel option. Wärtsilä’s systems will make sure the ships operate safely and efficiently, both when transporting LPG as cargo and when using it as fuel. This dual-purpose approach will improve the environmental performance of the ships.
Barry Yang, Sales Manager at Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, China, said, “We’ve had a strong working relationship with the YAMIC shipyard, and we are happy to continue it with this order. It shows how reliable our gas handling and fuel systems are for this type of ship.”
About YAMIC Shipyard
The YAMIC shipyard is a joint venture between Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group and Mitsui E&S Shipbuilding. Wärtsilä’s equipment deliveries to the yard will begin in April 2025, aligning with the shipyard’s construction schedule.
Wärtsilä’s Role in the Gas and Energy Industry
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions plays a key role in managing gas throughout the entire value chain. The company focuses on several areas, including:
- Gas handling for maritime operations (such as storage, fuel, and transfer)
- Biogas solutions for cleaner energy
- Liquefaction systems to convert gas into liquid form
- Gas-to-power systems to produce energy
Wärtsilä works with its customers to ensure sustainable and efficient operations by providing lifelong support, innovative technology, and digital tools.
About Wärtsilä Group
Wärtsilä is a global leader in marine and energy technology. The company focuses on innovation and sustainable solutions to help reduce emissions and boost performance for its customers. With a team of 17,800 employees across 79 countries, Wärtsilä actively contributes to industry decarbonization worldwide. In 2023, Wärtsilä recorded EUR 6.0 billion in net sales. Wärtsilä is publicly listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Conclusion
Wärtsilä’s involvement in the construction of these six new gas carriers strengthens its reputation as a top supplier of gas handling and fuel systems. These ships, set to be completed at the YAMIC shipyard, will play a crucial role in promoting cleaner fuel options and safer maritime operations with LPG. Wärtsilä’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and digitalization ensures that they continue to lead the way in both the marine and energy sectors.
