MISC orders up to four LNG carriers from Hudong-Zhonghua, total orderbook reaches 10 vessels

Malaysian shipowner MISC Berhad is expanding its LNG fleet by ordering up to four additional carriers from Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding, bringing the combined orderbook to up to 10 vessels. This signals sustained long-term LNG transport capacity investment, likely adding meaningful tonnage to key Asian trade lanes upon delivery. Freight operators and LNG charterers should note the medium-term supply implications for charter rates as these vessels enter service.