What is the latest status of the project “Yamal LNG Ice-Class LNG Carrier Fleet”?

The status recorded for “Yamal LNG Ice-Class LNG Carrier Fleet” is operational with future uncertainty due to sanctions.

Who are the main government, EPC, and private stakeholders for “Yamal LNG Ice-Class LNG Carrier Fleet”?

Taiyo maps the stakeholders of “Yamal LNG Ice-Class LNG Carrier Fleet”: EPCs/contractors (Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering).

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This Taiyo project page references High North News along with the original URL (https://www.highnorthnews.com/en/britain-ban-transport-russian-lng-uk-linked-vessels). Taiyo standardizes official data into a consistent, searchable project profile.

Yamal LNG Ice-Class LNG Carrier Fleet

Sector: LNG • Location: United Kingdom

Source: High North News

Project

Operational With Future Uncertainty Due To Sanctions

The project involves the operation of six specialized ice-class LNG carriers owned by Seapeak Maritime (UK) Ltd, purpose-built for Arctic conditions to transport Russian LNG from the Yamal LNG plant. These vessels are chartered until 2045 and are critical for carrying around 7.5 million tonnes of Russian LNG annually, representing 40% of the project's total output.

Status: Under Construction
Sector: LNG, Natural Gas, Seaport
Location: United Kingdom
Updated: 22 Jul 2026
Source: High North News

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The project “Yamal LNG Ice-Class LNG Carrier Fleet” is an infrastructure initiative in the LNG sector, located in United Kingdom. Taiyo aggregates data on it from High North News.

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Original status	operational with future uncertainty due to sanctions
Taiyo status	Under Construction
Taiyo last update	2026-07-22

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Description	The project involves the operation of six specialized ice-class LNG carriers owned by Seapeak Maritime (UK) Ltd, purpose-built for Arctic conditions to transport Russian LNG from the Yamal LNG plant. These vessels are chartered until 2045 and are critical for carrying around 7.5 million tonnes of Russian LNG annually, representing 40% of the project's total output.
Original sector	Energy

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United Kingdom (UK)

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Record type	Project
Sector	LNG, Natural Gas, Seaport
Article published date	2025-11-20

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