Tanker operations and safety

Tanker Operations and Safety: Key Terms and Vocabulary

1. Tanker Vessels: Tanker vessels are specially designed ships used for the transportation of liquids, including oil, gas, and chemicals. They are categorized based on their size and the type of cargo they carry. Some common types of tankers include crude oil tankers, product tankers, LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) carriers, and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) carriers.