Oslo-listed Flex LNG says it is primed for further LNGC deals with the help of investor John Fredriksen.
In a results statement, the company said it was "constantly evaluating opportunities in the charter, newbuild and second-hand market and has strong backing from its main shareholder to pursue transformational deals."
It has chartered in four vessels and has four newbuildings on order, two of which were contracted by Fredriksen's Geveran.
The first chartered ships are due in the first quarter.
It said it is "actively marketing these LNGCs in the spot and short term charter market and has already chartered out one vessel for twelve months at an approximate 10% gross profit margin."
And it added: "In addition the chartering will allow the group to establish a presence in the market and build an operational track record and chartering relationships."
Regarding the newbuildings, it said the timing of the delivery position in 2018 should provide the company with attractive alternatives for employment of the four vessels.
Flex made a net loss of $0.16m in the fourth quarter, compared to $0.68m in the same period of 2015.
The annual deficit was $1.78m, down from $2.48m the year before.
The company has no revenue as yet.
