LGC NCOE gives LNG training to Panama Canal

The Liquefied Gas Carrier National Center of Expertise recently delivered a three-day Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) training seminar to the Panama Canal Authority, Panamanian Government and local first responders.

Members of the LGC NCOE staff covered the chemical and physical properties of LNG, to include flammability, LEL, compression and cryogenic characteristics, and the general arrangement of LNG Carriers and their safety systems and cargo operations. The LGC NCOE also discussed historical LNG facility and carrier incident case studies, LNG terminals, LNG bunkering and LNG as a marine fuel. In addition, the LGC NCOE instructors walked the class through an examination of a Liquefied Gas Carrier.

The training the LNG NCOE provides is vital for the Panama Canal Authority and the Panama Government as the canal expansion now allows for LNG carriers to transit the locks. It ensures personnel responsible for the safety and administration of the Panama Canal receive initial education, or review, on safety/security equipment and procedures for handling LNG transits.

Additionally, it strengthens the U.S. strategic partnerships and provides essential expertise to this critical and growing international shipping market.

Source: USCG News