China: LNG Carrier Koto Goes to Xinrong Shipyard for Repairs

LNG carrier “Koto”, which belongs to BW Fleet Management AS with a overall length 281meters, breadth 44 meters, DWT of 70833 tons, and gas storage capacity of 125000 cubic meters, berthed at Xinrong Shipyard for repairs recently.

“Koto” had an accident in Malaysia waters two years ago, which caused engine room socked in water more than 10meters and being an unpowered ship from then. CSSC negotiated with Marine board and interested parties for safety pulling from Yangtze River to shipyard. Nowadays, “Koto” is undertaking check and evaluation before repairs.

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LNG World News Staff, July 02, 2012