LNG Carriers

Working with Milford Haven Port Authority, the regulatory authority for the Milford Haven Waterway, Dragon LNG will ensure shipping operations are carried out safely with minimum disruption to other port users.

Liquefied natural gas will be delivered to our terminal in Milford Haven by LNG carriers, specially constructed vessels that are double-hulled and specifically designed to handle the low temperature of liquefied natural gas. The storage tanks have been specifically designed to prevent leakage or rupture even in the event of collision or grounding.

The vessels are fitted with sophisticated systems that monitor the condition of the cargo, and constantly check for leakage and also use radar, global positioning and communications technology to constantly monitor their course, speed and position and that of other vessels nearby. All LNG ships officers and crew undergo extensive training to meet internationally recognized standards.

Special articulated arms, expressly designed to handle the low temperature of liquid natural gas, will be used to transfer Liquefied natural gas from the ships. When the loading or unloading operations are taking place, the ships and terminal will be connected by means of a special communications system that enables cargo transfer to be shut down very rapidly in an emergency.