LPG carriers

Fully refrigerated, semi-refrigerated, fully pressurised — IGC Code Type 1G / 2G / 2PG / 3G.

Work environment

Smaller crews than LNG, often regional / coastal trades. Reliquefaction plant central to operations. Strong vetting culture.

Common ranks onboard

• master
• chief officer
• second officer
• chief engineer
• second engineer
• third engineer
• fourth engineer
• eto

Typical certificates

• BST
• PSCRB
• AFF
• MFA
• Basic Liquefied Gas Tanker
• Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker (officers)

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Safety risks

• Cryogenic + pressurised cargo
• Flammable vapour
• Toxic propane / butane / ammonia (where carried)

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