China Merchants Energy Shipping Co., Ltd., a leading entity in the energy shipping sector, has recently marked a significant milestone with the delivery of a new 175,000-cubic-meter LNG carrier on January 29, 2026. This addition to their fleet underscores the company’s commitment to expanding its capabilities in the transportation of liquefied natural gas (LNG), alongside its established services in the ocean shipping of crude oil, coal, and iron ore.
Based in Shanghai, China Merchants Energy Shipping operates under the primary exchange of the Shanghai Stock Exchange, trading under the ticker 601872. The company’s strategic focus on energy sources is reflected in its diverse shipping services, which are facilitated through its subsidiary CLNG and its online platform at www.cmenergyshipping.com .
As of February 9, 2026, the company’s share price closed at 12.32 CNY, with a 52-week trading range between 5.74 CNY (April 7, 2025) and 12.38 CNY (February 9, 2026). The market capitalization of China Merchants Energy Shipping stands at 99.64 billion CNY, indicating its substantial presence in the energy shipping industry.
Financially, the company exhibits a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.45, suggesting that its shares are trading at a moderate premium relative to its earnings. Additionally, the price-to-book ratio of 2.25 indicates a modest multiple of the company’s book value. These valuation metrics reflect investor confidence in the company’s growth prospects and operational efficiency.
China Merchants Energy Shipping Co., Ltd. was established through an initial public offering on December 1, 2006, and has since grown to become a prominent player in the global energy shipping market. The recent delivery of the new LNG carrier is a testament to the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its service offerings and maintain its competitive edge in the industry.
