LNG has been safely transported to markets around the world in LNG carriers for more than 50 years. The vessels are specially designed and used only for LNG transport. The carriers are double-hulled and have sophisticated safety monitoring systems to ensure the LNG is safely handled. There have been more than 80,000 LNG voyages worldwide – totalling more than 128 million miles to date – without a major incident at sea.
Pacific NorthWest will require the following from any LNG carriers that visit the facility:
- Full pre-vetting of any vessel that plans to dock at Pacific NorthWest LNG’s terminal
- Full review of plans for mooring, including inspection, weather, route and safety checks by appropriate authorities
- Whale watch and local navigation warning will be done on board throughout the journey
- Tugs will assist when the LNG carrier is approaching the terminal, berthing, de-berthing and departing
- Carrier must follow the Prince Rupert Port Authority’s speed zone requirements to ensure there are no wave impacts
- Compliance with international, federal and local shipping requirements
Download the Fact Sheet: Marine Carriers – 399KB PDF