BGN Adds Two Additional LPG VLGCs To Growing Owned Fleet in International Shipping News 08/06/2026 BGN, the 6th‑largest independent energy and commodities trading group, has signed a contract with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) for the construction of two dual-fuel Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs), each with a cargo capacity of 93,000 cbm. The vessels will be built at HD HHI’s shipyard in Korea and are scheduled for delivery by 2019. Coming weeks after BGN’s announcement in April of the contract signing for four dual fuel 90,000 cbm LPG VLGCs also with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, this additional contract underscores BGN’s ambitious plans to increase its shipping capacity and strength in the global LPG market through partnerships and strategic investments. The deal also demonstrates BGN’s intention to grow its business in transition fuels like LPG and LNG, as well as its commitment to decarbonisation of the maritime industry. Designed to run on both conventional fuels and lower-emissions alternatives, the dual-fuel VLGC’s are also capable of carrying cleaner fuels such as ammonia. With around 40 vessels, BGN already operates one of the largest owned and chartered shipping fleets in its sector. The announcement further supports the company’s plans to expand its trading and operating capacity to meet increasing global energy demand. BGN Shipping Director Ozan Turgut said: “We have a strong, long-term relationship with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) and pleased to be again partnering with one of the world’s leading maritime and shipping companies. In BGN, we have absolute confidence in the quality and capabilities of HD HHI’s technologically advanced dual-fuel LPG VLGCs and we’re pleased to be working with them to add two more vessels to our fast growing fleet.” HD Hyundai Heavy Industries representative said; “We are pleased to be again partnering with BGN as they continue to expand their VLGC shipping fleet. This signing demonstrates the strength of our enduring