Ascenz Marorka’s digital solutions for 8 CMES LNGc

Paris, 6 May 2025 – GTT and its Smart Shipping arm, Ascenz Marorka, announce that China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES) has selected Ascenz Marorka’s digital solutions for a series of eight 175,000 m³ LNG2 carriers, currently under construction at Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Co. (DSIC) in China. 

In addition to being fitted with GTT’s Mark III Flex membrane containment system3, the eight vessels will also feature Ascenz Marorka’s solutions, which include: 

• a comprehensive range of on-board systems; 

• a real-time vessel performance monitoring platform and associated services; 

• unique LNG cargo management modules; 

• weather routing and voyage optimisation applications, along with expert advisory services. 

These vessels are the first LNG carriers fully owned and operated by CMES, with deliveries scheduled between the end of 2025 and mid-2027. 

Sheng Shanxing, Vice President of CMES LNG Shipping Company, said: “In selecting GTT and Ascenz Marorka, we are placing our trust in world-class LNG expertise. Their digital solutions provide not only the tools but also the insight to operate our LNG fleet more safely and efficiently, delivering long-term value to our company and to our charterers.” 

Anouar Kiassi, VP Digital at GTT and CEO of Ascenz Marorka, declared: “We are honoured by the trust placed in us by CMES. By combining GTT’s expertise in LNG with our Smart Shipping solution, we offer LNG operators a comprehensive set of modules and services that enhances voyage efficiency, ensures cargo safety and supports compliance with ever-evolving regulatory and commercial requirements. This choice confirms the ability of our solution to deliver tangible value, notably through the maximization of the delivered cargo.” 

About GTT  

GTT is a technology and engineering group with expertise in the design and development of cryogenic membrane containment systems for use in the transport and storage of liquefied gases. Over the past 60 years, the GTT Group has designed and developed, to the highest standards of excellence, some of the most innovative technologies used in LNG carriers, floating terminals, onshore storage tanks and multi-gas carriers. As part of its commitment to building a sustainable world, GTT develops new solutions designed to support ship-owners and energy providers in their journey towards a decarbonised future. As such, the Group offers systems designed to enable commercial vessels to use LNG as fuel, develops cutting-edge digital solutions to enhance vessels’ economic and environmental performance, and actively pursues innovation in the field of low-carbon solutions.  GTT is listed on Euronext Paris, Compartment A (ISIN FR0011726835 Euronext Paris: GTT) and is notably included in the CAC Next 20, SBF 120, Stoxx Europe 600 and MSCI Small Cap indices. 

For more information, visit www.gtt.fr 
Investor Relations Contact: information-financiere@gtt.fr / +33 1 30 23 20 87 
Press Contact: press@gtt.fr / +33 1 30 23 56 37  

About China Merchants Energy Shipping  

China Merchants Energy Shipping Co Ltd (SSE: 601872), parented by China Merchants Group, is a Hong-Kong-based company principally engaged in ocean shipping business. The Company primarily operates five segments, Tanker Shipping, Bulk Carrier Shipping, LNG shipping, Ro-Ro Shipping and Container Shipping. The Company’s main business covers oil shipping, dry bulk shipping, gas shipping, Roll-on/roll-off (RORO) shipping and container shipping. The Company also provides crew management and overseas branches services. The Company mainly conducts its business in the domestic market and overseas markets.  
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 Ascenz Marorka’s digital solutions for 8 CMES LNGc