Shares of Dorian LPG Ltd. (LPG) surged 5.22% during intraday trading on Friday, marking a significant upward movement for the stock.
The sharp rise appears linked to news that a major project to produce a substitute for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been delayed. According to reports, Danantara Indonesia has postponed the groundbreaking for its coal gasification project aimed at producing dimethyl ether (DME), which is intended to replace LPG. The company stated the project requires further in-depth study, particularly regarding technology selection, to ensure the final product is competitive. This delay suggests a potential reduction in future competition for traditional LPG, which is viewed positively for companies like Dorian LPG that are involved in the LPG transportation market.