AL RAYYAN 135,000m3 LNG Carrier
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Sakaide Works, delivered the 135,000m3 LNG carrier AL RAYYAN in March 1997. This vessel is the third of ten (10) identical LNG carriers planned for transport of LNG produced in Qatar to Japan.
Features
1. Five (5) Moss type spherical aluminum alloy tanks of the simplest proven design, with no restrictions on partial filling.
2. Tank insulation with the established Kawasaki Panel System, giving boil-off rate of suitable 0.15%/day.
3. Designed specially for long-distance transport, the vessel has a higher length-beam ratio and energy-saving hull form.
4. To widen fuel options, a dedicated vaporizer is provided to intentionally generate boil-off gas as required for propulsion.
