Greek operator, Eletson Corporation has entered a new market sector with the delivery of its first ever liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier.
The 22,010 deadweight tonne Anafi, constructed to Lloyd’s Register class, is the first of a series of four LPG ships being built for Eletson by Hyundai Mipo Dockyards (HMD) in Korea.
“Our first LPG vessel, the Anafi, the first out of a series of four sister vessels, has been successfully delivered at HMD in Korea and she will be prepared for sailing on her maiden voyage,” said Nikos Makris, Eletson’s chief operating officer.
The Anafi has a length of 165 metres, a breadth of 28 metres and a moulded depth of 17.8 metres, with engine power of 9,480 kW.
