Q-Max LNG carrier Al Mafyar was the 10th vessel to transition from Shell to NSQL management in 10 months, bringing about the successful completion of the first phase.
Al Mayfar, wholly-owned by Nakilat and chartered by Qatargas, has a cargo capacity of 266,370 cubic metres. The vessel, built by Samsung Heavy Industries, was delivered in May 2009.

This latest vessel transition brings the fleet size managed by NSQL to 18 vessels, comprising 14 LNG and four LPG carriers. Nakilat has worked closely with Shell over the past 10 months, carrying out comprehensive preparation and planning to ensure the safe and seamless transition of management of these essential assets to Qatar’s gas supply chain.
Provider of choice
“The rapid expansion of our ship management activities within a short time span has not only contributed towards the growth of the company, but is also an indication of our commitment to be a global leader and provider of choice for energy transportation and maritime services,”said Abdullah Fadhalah Al Sulaiti, Nakilat managing director.
Shell has provided a range of shipping services to Nakilat’s LNG fleet since it was established in 2006. These include ship management of 14 Q-Max and 11 Q-Flex LNG carriers and the sharing of shipping expertise to support the development of Qatar’s LNG shipping capability.
From bq-magazine.com.