On December 30, Nantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "CIMC SOE") successfully held the keel-laying ceremony for the 12,500-cubic-meter LNG bunker vessel (Hull No.: S1093) built for Vitol International Shipping at the West Zone No. 1 building berth.

The milestone was witnessed by KIM JAEHONG, Site Manager of the supervision company LIMA SHIPPING PTE LTD; Chen Xujian, Site Manager of Bureau Veritas (BV); Chen Bin, Deputy General Manager of CIMC SOE's Shipbuilding Business Division; and members of the project team. Representatives from all parties fully affirmed the progress achieved at this project stage and expressed confidence in the subsequent construction work.

The vessel's conceptual and production design was independently completed by CIMC SOE. It is equipped with a high-efficiency electric propulsion system capable of precisely meeting the stringent requirements for accurate vessel maneuvering during LNG bunkering operations, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Throughout the design process, CIMC SOE strictly adhered to all the latest applicable regulations and standards for ships and gas transportation/bunkering. From structural design to equipment configuration, every aspect ensures the vessel's safety and environmental performance, enabling it to meet the evolving demands of the global shipping market.

CIMC SOE remains dedicated to the design, construction, and service of liquefied gas carriers and offshore equipment, committed to providing clients with safe and efficient solutions. The company will continue to leverage its technological and management strengths to advance the subsequent construction tasks of this project with high quality, ensuring the vessel's timely and superior delivery.