DNV GL issues guidance on safe bunkering with LNG

摘要

One of the key hurdles to the increased global use of ships fuelled by liquefied natural gas (LNG) is the lack of harmonisation of bunkering operations. With this in mind, DNV GL has launched recommended practice for authorities, LNG bunker suppliers and ship operators which provides guidance on how LNG bunkering can be undertaken in a safe and efficient manner. Lars Petter Blikom, DNV GL's LNG director, noted that LNG-fuelled ships have logged over 130 ship-years of operation in Norwegian waters and LNG's attractiveness and stability as a fuel have been thoroughly demonstrated. Globally too, operators, suppliers and regulators have gained significant experience in all aspects of LNG-fuelled ship operations in recent years. However, the process for developing the required infrastructure has not been standardised - leaving the industry with many open questions.