Hafnia orders eight fuel-efficient MR tankers at Hyundai Heavy Industries

Hafnia eight tankers Hyundai Heavy Industries

Credit: Hafnia

Tanker owner Hafnia has ordered eight fuel-efficient MR product tankers from Hyundai Heavy Industries as part of its fleet renewal strategy, The Maritime Telegraph reports. The contract, worth about $405 million, secures early shipyard slots and supports the company’s plan to strengthen efficiency and earnings quality across its MR segment.

The vessels are scheduled for delivery between the third quarter of 2028 and the second quarter of 2029. They are based on proven designs with a strong focus on lower fuel consumption and stable operational performance, supporting Hafnia’s long-term decarbonization pathway.

The order follows the recent delivery of dual-fuel methanol MR tankers developed together with French owner Socatra and built at Guangzhou Shipyard International in early 2026. The new conventional-fuel vessels will complement that program and help Hafnia maintain a strong position in the global product tanker market.

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