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The global LNG carrier fleet is set to reach 1,000 vessels by June 2027, fueled by a robust delivery schedule and a projected 9.6% growth in 2025. With five major shipyards accounting for over two-thirds of new builds, the market is witnessing a shift towards two-stroke dual-fuel designs, enhancing efficiency and reducing risks. As LNG trade continues to expand, the industry anticipates a need for 150 to 250 additional carriers by 2030, while preparing for an eventual plateau in newbuilding activity post-2027.