New York-listed crude oil tanker company DHT Holdings Inc. is partnering with Hanwha Ocean for the construction of a new very large crude carrier (VLCC).
The company placed an order for one VLCC at Hanwha Ocean with delivery scheduled in August 2028.
DHT said the vessel will be a sister of the two Hanwha vessels the company took delivery in the first quarter of 2026.
According to DHT, the new ship will be built to high specifications with premium earning power through advanced fuel economics, reduced emissions and large carrying capacity.
Svein Moxnes Harfjeld, president and chief executive officer of DHT Holdings, said: “We are very pleased with the two newbuildings delivered from Hanwha earlier this year and look forward to adding another vessel to our Antelope Class series through this early delivery opportunity provided by Hanwha.”
He further stated: “This order reflects our continued focus on maintaining a high-quality, efficient fleet to service our customers while building long-term value for our shareholders.”
DHT fleet trades internationally and consists of crude oil tankers in the VLCC segment. The company operates through its integrated management companies in Monaco, Norway, Singapore, and India.
