DNV has developed a risk-based approach which analyses the risk of accidental spills from LNG transport.

A recent DNV study reveals that the focus regarding LNG transportation should primarily be how to manage port activities to prevent situations where actual collision energies cause damage to a vessel´s inner LNG tank. The controls that should be in place include appropriate carrier operations, potential speed restrictions, tug pilot and escort controls, effective port management and regulatory controls.

Date: 2008-06-11