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Mar 30 - Government Reassures GSD Over Ship-to-Ship LNG Tranfers

ship to ship The Government has assured the GSD, following concerns raised during the Chief Minister’s witnessing of a ship to ship LNG transfer, that the Gibraltar Port Authority’s code of practice will regulate the process, incorporating all applicable international regulations and industry- recognised best practices.

A Government statement insisted that the Opposition ‘should be aware that Gibraltar’s codes of practice for bunkering and ship-to-ship transfers are highly regarded as examples of industry best practice.’

They further added that ‘In the unlikely scenario of an emergency on-board any of the vessels, standard practice across the merchant fleet is that it would first be controlled and dealt with by the vessel's crew who are fully trained in line with international regulations, know the unique features and layout of their ship and would be immediately on-scene. LNG carriers are also kitted out with the latest state-of-the-art firefighting equipment in order to prevent and fight any fire, even though the risk of fire is already very low. Under international rules and conventions, the crew on-board vessels are required to perform regular drills and exercises to account for all possible emergencies.’

The Port Authority will oversee and control every aspect of the operation ‘following a strict and stringent vetting process of vessels, vessel operators, past port state control history, and the characteristics of the cargo to be transferred.’

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