PTSC Asia Pacific a joint venture between Yinson Production (49%) and PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation ("PTSC"; 51%), has executed a contract for the charter of floating storage and offloading ("FSO") vessel for the Lac Da Vang project with Murphy Cuu Long Bac Oil Co. Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Murphy Oil Corporation. The contract has a firm period of 10 years with the option to extend up to 5 years, and a total value of up to approximately USD 416 million.

The group said the FSO will be a newbuild double-hull vessel with storage capacity around 500,000 barrels and advanced dual-fuel systems for optimised efficiency. The design of the FSO emphasises safety, operational excellence, and low-carbon emissions, aligning with Yinson Production's sustainability goals. Following a construction period of approximately two years, the FSO is expected to start operations in the Lac Da Vang field located in Block 15-1/05 offshore Vietnam in the fourth quarter of 2026.

Commenting on the contract, Flemming Grønnegaard, Chief Executive Officer of Yinson Production, said, "This new project underscores Yinson Production's commitment to delivering energy solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry. The Lac Da Vang FSO project is a testimony to the strength of our partnership with PTSC and our shared vision for operational excellence. We are proud to play a pivotal role in supporting Vietnam's energy security."