As the world grapples with the drastic consequences of global warming, the demand for liquified natural gas (LNG) is rising. It is the least polluting marine fuel, has various uses, and offers a promising solution. LNG is a reliable and sustainable fuel which can ensure global energy security while meeting international environmental standards. The global dependence on LNG is quite pronounced, emphasising the importance of LNG Shipping Companies in transporting this fuel from production hubs to consumption centres. The global energy landscape is quite uncertain presently, and the conflict between Ukraine and Russia has caused a gas supply shortage in Europe. However, experts have forecasted a significant 7.5% growth in the LNG fleet in the coming years. This growth will be driven by increased LNG demand worldwide and expanding production capacities. The global LNG tanker fleet comprised 734 ships, including floating storage units, by the end of 2022. In this article, we explore 12 major LNG shipping companies. 1. Nakilat Founded in 2004, this Qatari shipping company is involved in energy transportation and boasts one of the biggest LNG fleets in the world, consisting of 69 LNG carriers. Through its subsidiary company, Nakilat Shipping Qatar Limited, it operates a floating storage regasification unit, 4 VLGCs, and 24 LNG carriers. Image Credits: Nakilat Apart from sea-borne transportation of LNG, it also operates a shipyard in Ras Laffan, providing vessel repair and fabrication services. Its diverse portfolio of services also includes towage and maritime solutions for all kinds of ships. Nakilat shipped 883 LNG Cargoes in 2023, comprising more than 78 million MT of LNG. It delivers LNG to 41 countries at 97 ports of call. 2. MISC Berhad (Malaysia International Shipping Corporation) MISC Berhad is a subsidiary company of Petronas and a renowned shipping line in Malaysia. It is a prominent name in the LNG shipping industry, with a fleet of 31 LNG carriers having a capacity of around 2.7 million m3. These LNG Ships are categorised into different classes such as Seri C, B and A, Tenaga, Aman, etc. Image Credits: MISC Group In 2023, the company received its advanced ship, Seri Cenderawasih. Its biggest LNG Carrier is Seri Bhakti, which has a capacity of 452,319 m3. MISC Berhad’s LNG Ships are compatible with over 100 LNG terminals and 45 export terminals across the globe. 3. NYK LNG Shipmanagement Ltd Part of the famous NYK Line, this company was established in 2006 and provides LNG Ship Management Services, playing a vital role in LNG transportation. NYK LNG Shipmanagement operates LNG ships and offers expertise in LNG transport and cargo operations that are suited to the needs of shipowners and clients. Image Credits: NYK Its teams are at the centre of ship operations and work with ship owners for vessels managed directly by the company. The company also offers crew management services, education and training seafarers and other technical services. It has 37 vessels under direct management and 26 under indirect management. 4. Chevron This energy corporation specialises in oil and gas. It is based in California and is present in over 180 nations. It is also engaged in exploring hydrocarbons, production and refining processes, shipping, marketing and power generation. Image Credits: Chevron Among its significant projects is the Angola LNG Project, the biggest in Africa and the first LNG Project in Angola, operated by Angola LNG Limited. It is