Texas AM University

摘要

Throughout much of the world, the demand for natural gas has been steadily increasing and is projected to double in the next 15 years. A large portion of the demand can only be met through long-distance marine transport, and for economic reasons, ships carry the product as liquefied natural gas (LNG). While the LNG industry lays claim to an exceptional safety record, safety concerns have threatened to delay or even prevent the expansion as regulators and general public remain unconvinced.