How is LNG shipped?
Specially designed ships are used to transport LNG to U.S. terminals. They have double hulls and are constructed of specialized materials that are capable of safely storing LNG at temperatures of -260° F/ -162.2° C. LNG Tanker with Membrane GT containment systems Photo Courtesy of www.lngoneworld.com Security escort for LNG tanker Photo courtesy of US Coast Guard Where do ships unload LNG? Ships unload LNG at specially designed terminals where the LNG is pumped from the ship to insulated storage tanks at the terminal. LNG is also converted back to gas at the terminal, which is connected to natural gas pipelines that transport the gas to where it is needed. Specially designed trucks may also be used to deliver LNG to other storage facilities in different locations. LNG Ship Unloading at Terminal Photo Courtesy of www.lngoneworld.com USCG boat provides security for LNG tanker in harbor Photo courtesy of US Coast Guard How is LNG stored? LNG is stored in double-walled, insulated tanks tha
