Tonnes – Definition and Pronunciation
What is Tonnes?
Tonnes (A tonne, or metric ton), is a unit of mass equaling 1 000 kilograms. In American English, a ton is a unit of measurement equaling 2 000 pounds. In non-US measurements, a ton (the imperial measure) equals 2 240 pounds.
Examples of Tonnes
All establishments which hold at least 50 tonnes of LNG (less if other dangerous substances are also present) fall under the scope of the Directive and, amongst others, need to establish a major accident prevention policy.
From “LNG Regulatory Framework International and European Maritime Safety Overview”.
EU TEN-T co-financed pilot fixed LNG bunkering installation of 200 tonnes/445 m3 tank capacity Max Flow rate delivery of 200 m3/hour.
From “LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) as Fuel”.
The cloud was reportedly 100 metres high and, although the shore hydraulic valve was closed, the escape continued for nearly one hour and involved approximately 180 tonnes of cargo.
From “Analysis of Incidents”.
Pronunciation of Tonnes
