Simultaneous Operations During LNG Bunkering at LNG-powered Vessels

ABSTRACT: The usage of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as fuel for maritime vessels is widely viewed as a transitional option to meet the stringent EU and IMO regulations in the context of long-term decarbonization. Usage of LNG as a transitional fuel is associated with the goal of reducing or completely eliminating CO2 production (related to the emissions from fossil fuel use such as oil, hard coal, and lignite) in the shipping industry. Bunkering operations can be done by trucks, bunker barges and specialize ports. In case of bunkering by trucks or barges, vessel can provide at the same time other operations, such as cargo operations or ballasting. This article considers some key issues associated with Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) Procedure Guide. A typical case study of bunkering LNG-powered vessel "Containerships Nord" by barge in Rotterdam is used to demonstrate and verify the proposed SIMOPS Procedure. The results indicate that any SIMOPS activity undertaken by LNG Bunker vessel, LNG receiving vessel and Container Terminal shall be reviewed and scheduled to minimize any potential interference or safety impact.

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Surinov I., Shemonayev V., Torskiy V.: Simultaneous Operations During LNG Bunkering at LNG-powered Vessels. TransNav, the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation, Vol. 19, No. 4, doi:10.12716/1001.19.04.36, pp. 1361-1370, 2025

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