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On October 19, 2017, at approximately 9:30 p.m., a gas leak incident involving the tanker 'Bow Guardian' occurred on the Elbe River near Stade. The leak was initiated by a malfunction in a pump, which resulted in highly explosive gas escaping through a high-pressure vent. At the time of the incident, the 'Bow Guardian' was in a waiting position, preparing to offload its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cargo at a nearby industrial port. In response to the emergency, local water police established a 1,000-meter safety perimeter around the vessel, halting all maritime traffic in the vicinity. Approximately 120 rescue personnel were deployed to the scene, including members of Hamburg's Analytical Task Force, who assisted in monitoring gas concentration levels in the area. As a precautionary measure, around 200 residents of nearby Abbenfleth were evacuated from their homes. These residents were later permitted to return around 2 a.m. on October 20, after authorities confirmed the situation was under control. Meanwhile, residents in the surrounding areas were instructed to keep their doors and windows closed until the leak was successfully sealed. For further details and a visual report on the incident, you can view the German news coverage here: http://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/niedersachsen/Gas-tritt-aus-Anwohner-muessen-Haeuser-verlassen,unfall10968.html

In a significant development for the gas transportation sector, Lauritzen Kosan has successfully struck an agreement with Norway's Odfjell Gas to incorporate two of its ethylene carriers into Lauritzen Kosan’s fleet. The carriers, Bow Guardian and Bow Gallant, each with a capacity of 9,000 cbm and constructed in 2008, will be integrated into the ethylene gas carrier pool shortly. This strategic move highlights Lauritzen Kosan’s commitment to enhancing its operational capabilities within the ethylene gas shipping industry. Thomas Wøidemann, President of Lauritzen Kosan, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the agreement, stating, 'I am very pleased with the agreement with Odfjell Gas as it will strengthen our position in the ethylene gas carrier segment.' This collaboration promises to bolster the competitive edge of Lauritzen Kosan in the maritime gas transport market. Source: Lauritzen Group