You are using an outdated browser For a better experience using this site, please upgrade to a modern web browser. Subscribe Get Daily Email Subscribe --> Contact Us Sign in Home News & Features Compliance Costs Bunker Prices Bunker Intelligence World News Latest Features World Americas EMEA Asia/Pacific Home News & Features World LR Sees 200,000 m3 LNG Carriers as Next Fleet Step LR Sees 200,000 m3 LNG Carriers as Next Fleet Step by Ship & Bunker News Team Wednesday September 23, 2026 Tweet Follow @shipandbunker LR says 200,000 m3 LNG carriers could improve efficiency while retaining access to most major terminals. Image Credit: LR Lloyd’s Register (LR) has identified 200,000 m3 LNG carriers as a viable option for the next phase of fleet renewal. An LR Advisory study for GTT , presented at Gastech 2026 , assessed the vessels against global LNG terminals and modelled their commercial performance on Atlantic and Pacific routes, LR said in an emailed update on Wednesday . The study found 88 LNG terminals could accommodate 200,000 m3 carriers, compared with 97 for conventional 174,000 m3 vessels. LR said the accessible network still includes many major LNG hubs across Asia Pacific, Europe, North America and the Middle East . Vessel beam was found to be the key factor in terminal compatibility, alongside draft and displacement, while three- and four-tank designs showed no material difference. The commercial assessment indicated potential owner benefits of around $85.5 million over 30 years , supported by higher cargo capacity and improved transport efficiency. Ship & Bunker News Team To contact the editor responsible for this story email us at [email protected] Also in the News Tanker Reportedly Attacked During Strait Of Hormuz Transit The vessel is continuing to its next port of call under its own power after being struck by an unknown projectile, UKMTO says. Read in Full Jan De Nul Orders Methanol-Ready Vessel For Subsea Cable Work The new trenchi