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2 September 2026

Dorian tied to three more VLGCs at Hanwha

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Dorian tied to three more VLGCs at Hanwha

Dorian LPG has been linked to another major South Korean newbuilding move, with market sources placing the New York-listed owner behind three VLGCs worth KRW477. 8bn ($349m) at Hanwha Ocean. Hanwha disclosed the three-ship contract this week, identifying its customer only as an Oceania-based owner and setting delivery by December 6, 2030. Shipbroking sources have since …

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