Sonangol books LNG carrier newbuild in South Korea

Angola’s state-controlled energy company Sonangol is moving to grow its gas shipping exposure, placing an order for a new LNG carrier in South Korea. HD Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries has secured the contract to build a 174,000 cu m unit, according to a regulatory filing by the yard. The deal is valued at KRW357.5bn ($245m), …