Pacific Gas (Hong Kong) Holdings Ltd. (‘Pacific Gas’) has marked its entry into third-party ship management for VLEC vessels with the naming ceremony of the 99,000-cbm, Gas Changjiang, signaling a strategic shift toward service-oriented operations in the gas shipping sector. The event was attended by senior executives from key stakeholders, including Chen Jiangguang, General Manager of Shandong Marine Group, Kou Guangwu, President of Wanhua Chemical, Lin Ou, Chairman of Jiangnan Shipyard, and Li Maozhong, Chairman of Pacific Gas Carrier.

The move signals Pacific Gas’s strategic shift into the third-party ship management sector, capitalising on its growing VLEC fleet and enhanced operational expertise. As the third-party ship management company, Pacific Gas has officially taken over the "GAS CHANGJIANG" to transport ethane and other chemical feedstocks, marking a significant step in supporting Shandong’s economic development.

To ensure a smooth delivery, Pacific Gas’s management team boarded in March to conduct extensive operational checks, including engine inspections and sea trials to ensure operational readiness. Moving forward, Pacific Gas Carrier’s team will maintain a professional and proactive approach, closely monitoring operational data to deliver high-quality ship management services and ensure reliable, long-term performance for its clients.