Venus is co-owned by MOL and Osaka Gas’ wholly owned subsidiary, Osaka Gas International Transport Inc. After its completion, it will sail under a charter contract with Osaka Gas. The LNG Venus’ specifications are as follows:
Length : 288.0 m;
Breadth : 48.94 m;
Draft : 11.55 m;
LNG tank : MOSS independent stretched spherical-type tank system (with continuous tank cover);
Deadweight tonnage : 138,000 MT;
Tank capacity : About 155,000 m3;
Main engine: Reheating system steam turbine;
Speed : 19.5 knots.