Inerting – Definition and Pronunciation
What is Inerting?
Inerting is the process of placing tanks, piping and machinery in a non-flammable atmosphere by displacing oxygen.
Examples of Inerting
Inerting – both before and after LNG transfer, inerting is a requirement for safety of operation, preparing the bunkering lines prior to LNG filling and clearing them of LNG vapours immediately after drainage.
From “LNG Bunkering Feasibility: An Analytical Framework”.
It covers LNG bunkering from shore or ship LNG supply facilities, and addresses all operations required such as inerting, gassing up, cooling down, and loading.
From “Maritime Standards Explained. A Focus on EN ISO 20519, ISO/TS 18683, and Supporting Guidelines”.
Bunkering piping shall be arranged for inerting and gas freeing. During operation of the vessel the bunkering piping shall be free of gas.
From “LNG Regulatory Framework International and European Maritime Safety Overview”.
Pronunciation of Inerting
