Requirements for personnel qualifications and training for handling the marine part of LNG transport chain

The article describes basic problems concerning qualifications required from personnel handling LNG terminal facilities and equipment in view of the new terminal in Świnoujście. Statistical data, separately reported for LNG tankers, indicate a drop of the number of accidents and machinery failures on ships. The legal basis for the organization of common seafarer training and additional training for LNG vessel crews is outlined. Finally, the authors point out the areas of training for shore-based personnel handling LNG vessels, types of equipment of training centers for specialized LNG courses and estimated costs of such training.