Market overview
The global LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier market is worth USD 1.6 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 2.4 bn by 2036, growing at a 4.0% CAGR. China is the largest country market and VLGC LPG and propane is the largest by vessel class segment.
| Scope | Newbuild liquefied petroleum gas carriers of the large (LGC) and very large (VLGC) classes delivered by shipyards to owners, including ethane-capable and dual-fuel designs. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Value 2025 | USD 1.5 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 1.6 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 2.4 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 15.7 vessels |
| Volume 2036 | 20.0 vessels |
| Average price 2026 | USD 101,500,000 per vessel |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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LGC VLGC LPG Shipyard Carrier market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 1.59 bn |
| 2027 | USD 1.65 bn |
| 2028 | USD 1.72 bn |
| 2029 | USD 1.79 bn |
| 2030 | USD 1.86 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1.93 bn |
| 2032 | USD 2.01 bn |
| 2033 | USD 2.09 bn |
| 2034 | USD 2.18 bn |
| 2035 | USD 2.26 bn |
| 2036 | USD 2.35 bn |
LGC VLGC LPG Shipyard Carrier market segmentation
By vessel class
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VLGC LPG and propane | 48.0% | 43.2% | USD 763 mn | 2.9% |
| VLGC ethane-capable | 38.0% | 41.5% | USD 604 mn | 4.9% |
| LGC | 14.0% | 15.3% | USD 223 mn | 4.9% |
By fuel
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional fuel oil | 42.0% | 27.9% | USD 668 mn | -0.2% |
| LPG dual-fuel | 44.0% | 54.7% | USD 700 mn | 6.3% |
| LNG and other dual-fuel | 14.0% | 17.4% | USD 223 mn | 6.3% |
By cargo capability
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPG only | 48.0% | 42.1% | USD 763 mn | 2.6% |
| LPG and ethane | 40.0% | 42.5% | USD 636 mn | 4.6% |
| LPG, ethane and ammonia ready | 12.0% | 15.4% | USD 191 mn | 6.6% |
By owner type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialist gas shipowners | 46.0% | 44.0% | USD 731 mn | 3.5% |
| Energy majors and traders | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 445 mn | 4.0% |
| State-linked buyers | 26.0% | 28.0% | USD 413 mn | 4.8% |
By employment
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term charter backed | 52.0% | 48.0% | USD 827 mn | 3.2% |
| Medium-term charter backed | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 445 mn | 4.0% |
| Speculative or spot | 20.0% | 24.0% | USD 318 mn | 5.9% |
Top 25 countries for LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 81.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 94.3%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 286 mn | 18.0% | USD 457 mn | 4.8% |
| 2 | Japan | USD 191 mn | 12.0% | USD 252 mn | 2.8% |
| 3 | Singapore | USD 159 mn | 10.0% | USD 231 mn | 3.8% |
| 4 | Greece | USD 143 mn | 9.0% | USD 188 mn | 2.8% |
| 5 | India | USD 127 mn | 8.0% | USD 245 mn | 6.8% |
| 6 | South Korea | USD 95 mn | 6.0% | USD 139 mn | 3.8% |
| 7 | United States | USD 95 mn | 6.0% | USD 139 mn | 3.8% |
| 8 | Norway | USD 80 mn | 5.0% | USD 104 mn | 2.7% |
| 9 | United Arab Emirates | USD 64 mn | 4.0% | USD 101 mn | 4.8% |
| 10 | United Kingdom | USD 48 mn | 3.0% | USD 64 mn | 2.9% |
| 11 | Qatar | USD 30 mn | 1.9% | USD 51 mn | 5.5% |
| 12 | Saudi Arabia | USD 26 mn | 1.6% | USD 44 mn | 5.4% |
| 13 | Hong Kong | USD 23 mn | 1.4% | USD 31 mn | 3.1% |
| 14 | Germany | USD 20 mn | 1.3% | USD 28 mn | 3.1% |
| 15 | Canada | USD 18 mn | 1.1% | USD 24 mn | 3.1% |
| 16 | Netherlands | USD 16 mn | 1.0% | USD 21 mn | 3.1% |
| 17 | Taiwan | USD 14 mn | 0.9% | USD 19 mn | 3.1% |
| 18 | Turkey | USD 12 mn | 0.8% | USD 16 mn | 3.1% |
| 19 | Malaysia | USD 11 mn | 0.7% | USD 15 mn | 3.2% |
| 20 | Belgium | USD 9.4 mn | 0.6% | USD 13 mn | 3.1% |
| 21 | Italy | USD 8.3 mn | 0.5% | USD 11 mn | 3.2% |
| 22 | Indonesia | USD 7.3 mn | 0.5% | USD 9.9 mn | 3.1% |
| 23 | Thailand | USD 6.4 mn | 0.4% | USD 8.7 mn | 3.2% |
| 24 | Brazil | USD 5.7 mn | 0.4% | USD 7.8 mn | 3.1% |
| 25 | Denmark | USD 4.9 mn | 0.3% | USD 6.8 mn | 3.3% |
| Rest of world | USD 91 mn | 5.7% | USD 129 mn | 3.6% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Hyundai Heavy Industries
- Samsung Heavy Industries
- Hanwha Ocean
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Jiangnan Shipyard
- Kawasaki Heavy Industries
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
- Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Dalian Shipbuilding Industry
- Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by vessel class, by fuel, by cargo capability, by owner type, by employment. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier market?
The global LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier market is estimated at USD 1.5 bn in 2025 and USD 1.6 bn in 2026.
How fast will the LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 2.4 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 764 mn.
Which country is the largest market for LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 286 mn in 2026, 18.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 40.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 6.8% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier segment is largest?
In the by vessel class split, VLGC LPG and propane is the largest segment with 48.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading LGC VLGC LPG shipyard carrier companies?
Global leaders include Hyundai Heavy Industries, Samsung Heavy Industries, Hanwha Ocean.
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