Aims:
The course aims to equip maritime professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills to safely operate LNG-powered vessels, covering fuel handling, safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
Objectives:
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Understand LNG as Fuel: Learn LNG properties, hazards, and environmental benefits compared to traditional fuels.
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Comprehend LNG Systems: Understand the design, storage, and operational requirements of LNG fuel systems.
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Apply Operational Limits: Learn to calculate and apply loading limits and manage LNG tank capacities.
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Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate risks in LNG bunkering and fuel management operations.
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Regulatory Compliance: Understand and apply the IGF Code and other relevant LNG safety regulations.
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Implement Procedures: Develop SOPs for LNG bunkering, storage, and operational management.
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Crew Training: Ensure crew readiness with proper training on LNG operations, hazards, and emergency procedures.
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Maintenance Knowledge: Learn maintenance practices for LNG systems and related equipment.
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Fuel Supply Management: Manage LNG supply contracts and operational challenges in charter agreements.
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Dry-Docking and Surveying: Understand procedures for dry-docking and LNG vessel inspections.
- Teacher: AIMS MARITIME
