Tanker

55 new supertankers could hit the water this year

A large number of VLCC newbuilds is expected to hit the water this year, and the scrapping of older vessels could also slow down. Yet Frontline CEO Robert Hvide Macleod still expects a "moderate fleet growth," he tells ShippingWatch.
Photo: Frontline
Photo: Frontline
by SØREN PICO

More large supertankers, VLCCs, are expected to hit the water in the time to come. And meanwhile, the need to scrap older vessels will be more limited.

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