What Crew Members Say About Al-Hamla

On June 18, 2026, the 'Al Hamla' made a significant landing at the Ras Laffan export terminal, marking its status as the first Qatari LNG tanker to return to the Persian Gulf since the onset of the Iran-USA conflict on February 28. Prior to its arrival, the vessel had been inactive on the AIS signals near Western India for around a week. The tanker’s docking coincided with the recent signing of an interim peace agreement between the United States and Iran, which emphasized the urgent reestablishment of this vital maritime route.

In a significant development for the maritime industry, Nakilat, Qatar's premier marine transport company and a world leader in LNG shipping, has officially taken over full ship management and operational responsibilities for its inaugural LNG vessel, the QFlex Al Hamla. This transition marks the first phase in a broader strategy, which will see Nakilat take over management of three additional vessels over the next two months. The QFlex Al Hamla boasts an impressive cargo capacity of 216,000m3 and is a joint venture, with Nakilat owning 50.1% while OSG retains 49.9%. The vessel, constructed by Samsung Heavy Industries in South Korea, was delivered in February 2008. Currently, Al Hamla is actively chartered by Qatargas II and has successfully completed 45 cargo deliveries across the globe.