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DNV: LNG remains dominant fuel choice

By LNG Prime Staff
DNV LNG remains dominant fuel choice
LNG-powered NOCC Pacific (Image: NOCC)

Classification society DNV said on Thursday that alternative-fueled vessel ordering was strong in August, reaching 52 new vessels, with LNG remaining the dominant fuel choice.

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