Alternative-Fuel Ship Orders Up 57% in 2026 as LNG Continues to Dominate

Orders for alternative-fueled ships are running 57% ahead of last year, with LNG-powered containerships and car carriers driving much of the growth, according to new figures from classification society DNV....

Earlier coverage on GreyNews

1. New Wave of Attacks Hits Tankers and LNG Carrier in Strait of Hormuz and Persian GulfNov 2, 2026 · gCaptain
2. Blackstone-Led Investors Buy into LNG Canada for $3.1 BillionNov 2, 2026 · OilPrice
3. Kumiai Navigation takes delivery of LPG dual-fuel gas carrierNov 2, 2026 · Hellenic Shipping News
4. Pakistan LNG Cargo Attacked Near Hormuz Had Iranian ApprovalNov 2, 2026 · gCaptain
5. Venture Global Begins Supplying Plaquemines Customers Under Long-Term LNG ContractsNov 1, 2026 · gCaptain

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