Research by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RS) on the design and operation of Arctic LNG
carriers will feature at next week’s Arctic Shipping 2008 conference in St Petersburg.
A spokesperson commented: “With the spotlight fixed on LNG as an important source of energy, it’s not
surprising that special carriers are needed to service an increase in demand. The shipping industry is facing
the urgent task of providing reliable services.
“To meet this demand, RS has intensified research work on risk and safety assessment and analysis of the
LNG operational experience. We have invited specialists from the leading research bodies to join forces in
order both to update the existing Rules and to develop new requirements.
“Priority is being given to enhancing standards of safety and environmental protection. As an essential part
of accomplishing this task, we will also be focusing efforts on personnel training based on the wealth of
worldwide experience.”
Arctic Shipping 2008, the fourth annual conference from Lloyd’s List Events, takes place from April 8-10 and
will be followed by a special seminar on Arctic LNG trade on April 11. Full details of the event are available
at www.arcticshipping2008.com