Shipowners ordered 53 alternative-fuel vessels in October, taking the 2026 year-to-date total to 364, up 57% from the comparable period in 2025.
Shipowners ordered 53 alternative-fuel-capable vessels in October, according to data from DNV’s Alternative Fuels Insight platform. LNG accounted for 30 orders, including 18 containerships and 12 car carriers. LPG carriers added 19 orders, while four ammonia-fuelled car carriers provided a further sign that owners are beginning to build operational experience with ammonia.
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