BW Gemini [Image: BW LPG]
BW LPG’s BW Gemini, the initial Very Large Gas Carrier to be retrofitted to run making use of LPG as gas has actually, been associated with a small crash on her initial trip bring an export freight of LPG from Houston.
BW LPG state that, at regarding 7.30 a.m. neighborhood time on December 19 the ship was “lightly struck by another vessel” while at support at Crist óbal, Panama.
“All crew is safe and accounted for, and no injury has been reported,” states the firm. “No air pollution has actually been spotted, as well as instrumentation onboard show that there is no leak from BWGemini Sounding has actually been performed to make sure the stability of the vessel. All called for alerts have actually been made.
“BW Gemini has been inspected by relevant authorities and surveyors. As she awaits her slot to cross the Panama Canal, she will proceed for repairs. No impact to her voyage is expected.”
