Tanker owner Hafnia has placed an order for eight fuel-efficient medium-range (MR) product tankers at South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries, reinforcing its fleet renewal strategy and focus on operational efficiency.
The vessels, with a total contract value of approximately $405 million, are scheduled for delivery between the third quarter of 2028 and the second quarter of 2029. The order secures early construction slots at one of the world’s leading shipyards and is expected to deliver standardized performance across the fleet.
Hafnia said the newbuildings will enhance earnings stability while supporting the renewal of its MR tanker segment. The vessels are based on proven designs with a strong emphasis on fuel efficiency, aligning with the company’s long-term decarbonization objectives.
The latest order follows Hafnia’s recent deliveries of dual-fuel methanol MR tankers developed in partnership with French shipowner Socatra. The series, built at Guangzhou Shipyard International, was completed in early 2026 and marked a step toward alternative fuel adoption within the company’s fleet.
The new conventional-fuel MR tankers are expected to complement this strategy by improving overall fleet efficiency and maintaining competitiveness in the global product tanker market.
