Carlova returns to Japan with Imabari aframax pair

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Greek shipowner Carlova Maritime has ordered two 114,000-dwt aframax tankers from Japan’s Imabari Shipbuilding. The vessels are scheduled for delivery in late 2029 and early 2030, marking Carlova’s return to Japanese newbuilding contracts.

Anthony Inglessis-led Carlova Maritime has ordered two 114,000 dwt aframax tankers at Imabari Shipbuilding, marking the Greek owner’s first newbuilding contracts in Japan since emerging from the break-up of Samos Steamship. Carlova’s newly updated fleet list shows the ships scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2029 and first quarter of 2030. Contract prices …