New LNG firm registers carriers in France
OGTF has registered its first two vessels under the French flag (Source: OGTF)
Orion Global Transport France (OGTF), set up in Paris last year, has registered its first two LNG carriers under the French flag. The Orion Bohemia and Orion Monet, both 173,000m3, were built by Hyundai Heavy Industries and Samsung Heavy Industries, respectively, and delivered in 2022.
The company's first two LNG carriers are amongst the most modern ships in operation today, OGTF claims. Both are powered by WinGD X72-DF engines and have GTT Mark III Flex containment systems.
OGTF was founded by institutional investors advised by J.P. Morgan Global Alternative’s Global Transportation Group (GTG). It describes itself as a sustainability focused transportation company with a commitment to the efficient and safe carriage of LNG energy globally.
Company president, Loic Aballéa, commented: "Since the inception of our company, it has been a major objective of ours to register tonnage with the French flag. With a growing team based in Paris, we are proud of the work we have accomplished over the past year. We have brought together the talent and skills necessary to successfully operate a fleet of highly technical vessels."
Andrian Dacy, global head of J.P. Morgan Global Alternative's GTG, said: "France is a leading maritime nation and is the country of choice for a company committed to the global transition to future carbon-efficient fuels and sustainable LNG transportation. France's historical maritime tradition, leading maritime companies, and broad base of unique maritime talent are an exceptional beacon within the global shipping industry, and we are excited to see OGTF become a participant in this critical French industry sector."
