KSS Line of South Korea has returned to Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) for a very large gas carrier (VLGC).

The Seoul-based company has booked an 84,000-dwt unit at the Ulsan-based yard for delivery in the second half of 2016. The deal includes no options. Brokers estimate the price at $77.9m.

A KSS official confirms the order, adding that the contract is not speculative.