WinGD secures engine order for 12-vessel VLCC newbuild programme
WinGD has secured an order to supply main engines for a series of 12 Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) being built at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding, China, for Dynacom, supporting the delivery of a new generation of efficient, reliable and regulation-ready tanker tonnage.
Since early in shipping’s decarbonisation process, LNG has been viewed by many as a pragmatic fuel: a lower-emissions option that avoids the cost and technology risks associated with green fuels until a better solution emerges. That transition may now last longer than expected.
🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 1 of 3: +1,000 X-DF LNG engines ordered
For WinGD Ltd. CEO Dominik Schneiter, this milestone represents far more than a number. It reflects more than a decade of continuous innovation, development and collaboration across the industry.
From overcoming early technical…
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🎥 X-DF milestone series | Part 1 of 3: +1,000 X-DF LNG engines ordered
For WinGD Ltd. CEO Dominik Schneiter, this milestone represents far more than a number. It reflects more than a decade of continuous innovation, development and collaboration across the industry.
From overcoming early technical challenges to delivering one of the world's most successful dual-fuel engine platforms, the X-DF journey demonstrates what can be achieved when new technologies are developed with reliability, operational simplicity and customer requirements at their core.
Importantly, the lessons learned along the way continue to shape WinGD's approach to the next generation of fuel-flexible engine technologies.
In the first video of our series, Dominik shares his reflections on what the 1,000th X-DF engine order means for WinGD, our customers and the future of marine propulsion.
▶️Watch the video below 👇
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⚓Another major vote of confidence in proven tanker propulsion
WinGD Ltd. has secured an order to supply main engines for 12 new Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) being built for Dynacom Tankers Management, Ltd. at Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding (group) Co., Ltd. China.
Each vessel will be powered by the…
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⚓Another major vote of confidence in proven tanker propulsion
WinGD Ltd. has secured an order to supply main engines for 12 new Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) being built for Dynacom Tankers Management, Ltd. at Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding (group) Co., Ltd. China.
Each vessel will be powered by the 6X82-2.0 low-speed engine, combining proven in-service performance with the efficiency, reliability and operational value demanded by today's tanker market.
Announced at Posidonia, the order comes amid strong momentum in the VLCC sector, with owners placing significant investment in modern vessels designed to enhance efficiency, competitiveness and long-term operational performance.
This latest contract further demonstrates the confidence owners continue to place in WinGD's propulsion technology and long-term partnership approach.
🔗Read the full announcement via the link in the comments below 👇
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🌊👨✈️Every innovation starts with the people who operate it
Whether discussing fuel transitions, digitalisation, new regulations or emerging technologies, it is easy to focus on the systems and solutions shaping shipping's future.
But every vessel still depends on the people on board.
🌍On the Day of…
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🌊👨✈️Every innovation starts with the people who operate it
Whether discussing fuel transitions, digitalisation, new regulations or emerging technologies, it is easy to focus on the systems and solutions shaping shipping's future.
But every vessel still depends on the people on board.
🌍On the Day of the Seafarer, we recognise the professionalism, expertise and resilience of seafarers worldwide. As our industry introduces new fuels, new technologies and new ways of operating, ensuring these advances support safe, practical and reliable operations for crews remains essential.
Seafaring is in our DNA, right up to the very top - our own CEO, Dominik Schneiter began his career at sea, spending years working in the engine room and experiencing first-hand the realities of operating and maintaining marine propulsion systems. That experience continues to shape how we think about engine design and development today.
At WinGD Ltd., safety, reliability and operational simplicity are key considerations in the development of all our engine and propulsion solutions, helping crews manage today's demands while preparing for tomorrow's opportunities.
🙏Today, and every day, we thank seafarers around the world for the essential role you play in keeping global trade moving.
#DayOfTheSeafarer
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🚢 Why LNG with WinGD Ltd.?
Selecting a fuel pathway requires balancing compliance, flexibility and long-term operational performance.
⚙️ With both low-pressure X-DF and high-pressure X-DF-HP technologies available, WinGD offers one of the industry's most comprehensive LNG propulsion portfolios,…
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🚢 Why LNG with WinGD Ltd.?
Selecting a fuel pathway requires balancing compliance, flexibility and long-term operational performance.
⚙️ With both low-pressure X-DF and high-pressure X-DF-HP technologies available, WinGD offers one of the industry's most comprehensive LNG propulsion portfolios, supporting a wide range of vessel applications and operating profiles.
👉 Swipe through to explore the key advantages of WinGD's LNG propulsion portfolio.
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🖥️ ICYMI: WinGD Xperts Webinar on LNG Engine Technology
LNG remains a key fuel option for many shipowners navigating the path towards lower emissions, and engine technology continues to evolve to unlock further efficiency and environmental benefits.
In case you missed it, our latest WinGD Xperts…
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🖥️ ICYMI: WinGD Xperts Webinar on LNG Engine Technology
LNG remains a key fuel option for many shipowners navigating the path towards lower emissions, and engine technology continues to evolve to unlock further efficiency and environmental benefits.
In case you missed it, our latest WinGD Xperts webinar covered developments across the LNG portfolio, including: 🔹 X-DF-HP solutions for large-bore engines 🔹 Updates for small and mid-bore X-DF applications 🔹 Progress on methane slip reduction 🔹 The latest VCR and iCER technology developments
📹 Watch the replay to learn how LNG engine technology is advancing to support compliance, operational performance and fuel flexibility.
👇 Watch now - Link in comments 👇
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🔗 Powering the Future of Shipping - Stay Connected
For over 125 years, WinGD has been shaping the future of marine propulsion and the journey is accelerating as we move toward net zero shipping. Through cutting-edge technologies, cleaner fuels, and forward-thinking solutions, real progress is…
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🔗 Powering the Future of Shipping - Stay Connected
For over 125 years, WinGD has been shaping the future of marine propulsion and the journey is accelerating as we move toward net zero shipping. Through cutting-edge technologies, cleaner fuels, and forward-thinking solutions, real progress is happening today.
WinGD Xtra gives you an inside look at the people, ideas, and innovations driving this transformation across global shipping.
For years, LNG has been viewed as a transitional fuel - a bridge between conventional marine fuels and the zero or near-zero emissions fuels of the future.
But what if that bridge is longer than many expected?
While alternative fuels continue to attract investment…
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🌉LNG looks set to bridge a wider gap
For years, LNG has been viewed as a transitional fuel - a bridge between conventional marine fuels and the zero or near-zero emissions fuels of the future.
But what if that bridge is longer than many expected?
While alternative fuels continue to attract investment and attention, regulatory uncertainty, fuel availability concerns and compliance economics are driving many shipowners towards pragmatic decisions today.
LNG dominated alternative-fuelled newbuild orders in 2025 (excluding LNG carriers), reflecting its maturity, established infrastructure and ability to support compliance while preserving future fuel flexibility.
In this article, Head of Business Development at WinGD Ltd., Andrea Lazzaro, explores why LNG continues to play a critical role in shipping's decarbonisation pathway, the economics behind current investment decisions, and how bio-LNG and synthetic methane could further extend LNG's long-term relevance.
📖 Read the full article below and join the discussion. 💬 What role do you see LNG playing in the industry's journey to net zero?
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⚡ X-DF-HP: High Power. High Impact.
Large vessels require propulsion systems designed for sustained high output.
For applications with high propulsion and onboard energy demand, engine performance must extend beyond efficiency alone.
WinGD’s X-DF-HP engines are engineered to meet these requirements: 🔹…
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⚡ X-DF-HP: High Power. High Impact.
Large vessels require propulsion systems designed for sustained high output.
For applications with high propulsion and onboard energy demand, engine performance must extend beyond efficiency alone.
WinGD’s X-DF-HP engines are engineered to meet these requirements: 🔹 High power density enabling compact installation 🔹 Low methane slip with strong overall efficiency 🔹 Integration with high-pressure gas supply and SCR systems
They are suited to vessels where power demand, space constraints, and emissions performance must be addressed simultaneously.
Within the WinGD LNG portfolio, the X-DF-HP complements low-pressure solutions across a broader range of applications.
👇 Find out more about high-pressure LNG propulsion with X-DF-HP - Link in the comments 👇
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💻 Join WinGD Ltd.'s Sotiris Topaloglou, PhD Topaloglou for the latest webinar from ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Transportation Systems
The webinar, ‘Decarbonizing Large Engines: Real-World Progress with Methanol and Ammonia’, will explore how internal combustion engine…
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💻 Join WinGD Ltd.'s Sotiris Topaloglou, PhD Topaloglou for the latest webinar from ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Transportation Systems
The webinar, ‘Decarbonizing Large Engines: Real-World Progress with Methanol and Ammonia’, will explore how internal combustion engine technologies are evolving to support decarbonisation in large-scale marine applications.
Sotiris will share an industry perspective on the development of ammonia-fuelled two-stroke engines, including recent progress with WinGD's X-DF-A platform, testing results and key advancements supporting ammonia as a viable marine fuel.
🧏♂️ What we heard at Posidonia: from fuel choices to implementation challenges
A week on we reflect on what we heard at Posidonia. One of the strongest messages from Posidonia 2026 and the ship.energy Summit #SES26, where our CEO Dominik Schneiter joined industry leaders to discuss maritime…
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🧏♂️ What we heard at Posidonia: from fuel choices to implementation challenges
A week on we reflect on what we heard at Posidonia. One of the strongest messages from Posidonia 2026 and the ship.energy Summit #SES26, where our CEO Dominik Schneiter joined industry leaders to discuss maritime decarbonisation, was that the conversation is evolving.
The focus is no longer just on which fuels will power shipping's future, but on how the industry scales solutions, manages compliance and supports vessels throughout their operational life.
Across the week, several themes stood out: 🔹 Growing interest in retrofit solutions 🔹 Increasing focus on service and lifecycle support 🔹 Continued momentum behind ammonia, methanol and ethanol 🔹 Greater attention on methane slip and FuelEU Maritime compliance 🔹 Recognition that technology is ready, but scaling deployment remains the next challenge
One message stood out above all: there is no single pathway to decarbonisation. Success will depend on combining the right technologies, fuels and support solutions to meet the needs of different vessel types and operations.
🙏 Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation in Athens.
🔗 From LNG, ammonia, methanol and ethanol engines to retrofit solutions, lifecycle services and methane slip reduction technologies, see how WinGD is helping shipowners prepare for the next phase of the energy transition: https://lnkd.in/eT7nMcwt
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