Golar LNG expands FLNG fleet with fourth MKII order
Aug 13, 2026, 5:46 AM EDT3 sourcesAI-analyzed
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A large-capex, capacity expansion with a 2029 delivery creates long-term revenue visibility, strengthens market leadership, and may support favorable charter prospects, potentially lifting valuation as the new fleet entices long-term contracts.
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GLNG announced an EPC with CIMC Raffles for its fourth FLNG MKII vessel at 3.5 MTPA, with a $2.45B budget and delivery by 2029, potentially the earliest FLNG. The repeat MKII design, donor vessel, and Black & Veatch PRICO integration enhance efficiency, lifting GLNG’s controlled liquefaction capacity above 12 MTPA and supporting long-term charter discussions.
Golar LNG expands FLNG fleet with fourth MKII order.
Delivery by end-2029; earliest global FLNG capacity.
Capacity rises about 40% to above 12 MTPA; long-term charters eyed.
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