Avance Gas is plotting its next phase of growth, driven by John Fredriksen’s appetite for the VLGC sector, with the aim of a ­potential US listing.

Chief financial officer Peder ­Simonsen suggested the Oslo-­listed shipowner is poised to ­enlarge its fleet with its ownership structure becoming clearer.

“We are for sure looking to grow the fleet” with support from Fred­riksen Group, he told TradeWinds.