LNG's expansion brings new safety and interface challenges

摘要

Global demand for LNG for power generation, industrial applications and fuelling for road vehicles and vessels has led to the development of new terminals and new applications beyond traditional LNG trading, requiring new safety standards. One of those relatively new applications "now being considered more seriously" with its increased exposure in the marine sector is ship-to-truck, transfers, said Trelleborg Marine Systems technical director Andrew Stafford. During a session on technology trends that focused on safety at Riviera's LNG Ship/Shore Interface, Europe, virtual conference, held in November, Mr Stafford noted "Trucks almost seem to be the forgotten application," saying that this element in the supply chain was finally receiving the attention it deserved.