Up to 10 LNG bunker vessel (LNGBV) newbuildings could be available in north-west Europe from next year, according to industry coalition SEA\LNG.

Speaking to TradeWinds, chief operating officer Steve Cadden told TradeWinds nine or 10 ships could be in the Rotterdam area.

Cadden cited two dedicated bunker vessels that are being constructed for Singapore, another pair for Japan, investments planned in China and five LNGBVs set for the US .