Name: Loading Master for Oil, LNG, Gas & Petrochemical Terminals Training Course
Rating: 4.7 (1076 reviews)

Scheduled Dates

Classroom

11 - 15 May 2026

Kigali - Rwanda

$5,950

06 - 10 Jul 2026

Cairo - Egypt

$5,950

10 - 14 Aug 2026

Abu Dhabi - UAE

$5,950

07 - 11 Sep 2026

London - UK

$5,950

16 - 20 Nov 2026

Dubai - UAE

$5,950

28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027

London - UK

$5,950

04 - 08 Jan 2027

Dubai - UAE

$5,950

10 - 14 May 2027

Kigali - Rwanda

$5,950

05 - 09 Jul 2027

Cairo - Egypt

$5,950

09 - 13 Aug 2027

Abu Dhabi - UAE

$5,950

06 - 10 Sep 2027

London - UK

$5,950

15 - 19 Nov 2027

Dubai - UAE

$5,950

27 - 31 Dec 2027

London - UK

$5,950

Online

11 - 15 May 2026

Online

$4,950

21 - 25 Sep 2026

Online

$4,950

10 - 14 May 2027

Online

$4,950

20 - 24 Sep 2027

Online

$4,950

Why Choose this Training Course?

The PetroKnowledge training course provides a comprehensive understanding of Oil, LNG/Gas, and Petrochemical Load Mastering, emphasizing best practices in loading and unloading operations, ship-to-shore management, and cargo handling. Participants will gain insights into the roles of a Loading Master, learn about cargo documentation and calculations, and explore Charter Party agreements and demurrage. The training course also focuses on adherence to international regulations, minimizing risks, enhancing safety and environmental compliance, and understanding the technical aspects of pumps and pipeline systems.

This Loading Master for Oil, LNG, Gas & Petrochemical Terminals training course will highlight:

Master loading and unloading operations for LNG and petrochemical cargoes.
Understand and implement international guidelines and regulations.
Learn to identify and mitigate quality and quantity loss risks.
Improve safety, compliance, and environmental performance.
Gain technical knowledge of pumps, pipelines, and operational systems.

What are the Goals?

This Loading Master for Oil, LNG, Gas & Petrochemical Terminals training course will:

Focuses on advanced technical aspects of Load Mastering for liquid and gas operations, emphasizing both practical and commercial considerations.
Explores the processes involved in transportation and terminal operations.
Covers liquid and gas fiscal metering systems to ensure accuracy in quantity and quality assessments.
Highlights product quality assurance techniques to maintain industry standards.
Examines the critical interface between ships, facilities, and terminals for seamless operations.
Details the procedures for loading and discharging petrochemical tankers safely and efficiently.
Provides insights into product quality custody transfer measurement protocols.
Explains LNG metering parameters, along with key techniques and calculations.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Loading Master for Oil, LNG, Gas & Petrochemical Terminals training course will greatly benefit:

All Liquid/Gas and LNG suppliers, traders and distributors
Ship owners and operators
Superintendents and safety officers
Technical and operations executives
Charterers and traders
Ship brokers
Port and terminal operators
P&I club and marine insurance

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This 5-day practical operations course will assist petroleum, crude oil, LNG and petrochemical operators. Ensuring your operational processes and workforce perform up to the current standards, whilst also gaining a competitive advantage.

Learn about entire Liquid/Gas and LNG process chain
See the latest advances in cargo transfer operations from both a Liquid and Gas ship management and terminal/Facility perspective
Make accurate measurements and calculations of all liquid and Gas custody transfers, and product quality accuracy
Examine the design codes and guidelines on Liquid and Gas ship and shore transfer management
Examine real Case Studies from around the Globe concerning Liquid and Gas incidents

Personal Impact

The participants to this Loading Master training course will:

Gain advanced technical knowledge and practical skills in Load Mastering for liquid and gas operations, elevating your professional competence.
Strengthen your qualifications and open opportunities for advancement in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries.
Learn to identify, analyze, and minimize operational risks, enhancing your decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
Build confidence in managing complex loading, unloading, and custody transfer operations with precision and accuracy.
Equip yourself with the skills to lead and coordinate ship-to-shore and terminal operations effectively.
Stay updated on industry standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure compliance and maintain operational excellence.
Improve your ability to enforce safety protocols and implement environmentally responsible practices.
Develop a deeper understanding of fiscal metering, LNG parameters, and advanced calculations, making you a valued technical resource in your organization.

Daily Agenda

Day 1: ISGOTT / MTCOT / SAFETY – LOAD MASTER

Assessment of Delegates Current Knowledge and Understanding
Specific criteria and areas that need in depth coverage after assessment of delegates knowledge base. Asking general questions related to loading master duties, this allows customizing the training program to ascertain optimum benefit to the delegates
International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT) New Edition
Safety Procedures and Recommendations for Tanker and Terminal Personnel
Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)
Marine Terminal Competence and Training Guide (MTCOT)
Critical Load Master – Types of Liquid / Gas Carriers and Tanks
ESD 1 and 2 - Technical Comparisons and Containment Systems
Regasification Terminal
Land based Options for Load Master
Regas Vessels for Load Masters
Critical Load Master – Applicable Safety Codes and Charterers’ Requirements
International Gas Code Vessel Descriptions
LNG Tank Type
Vessel Types

Management of the Tanker and Terminal Interface (ISGOTT)

Load Master Communications Procedures & Precautions
Load Master Pre-berthing Exchange of Information
Critical Load Master – Information transfer from tanker to terminal
Critical Load Master – Information from terminal to tanker
Cargo Loads
Load Master Discharge Plan

What is LNG? Specific Hazards and Risks

Screening / Compatibility Studies of Participating Vessels
Ship Compatibility, and OPTIMOOR
Criteria in Selecting Transfer Area and Approval from the Authorities
Security Issues
Checklists and Preparations
Risk Assessments and Management, Helicopter Operations, Cargo Hazards, Weather Conditions
Personnel Injury, Mooring Unmooring Operations

Day 2: Custody Transfer, Quality, Preparations for Loading and Unloading

What is custody Transfer?
Pre-transfer Exchange of Information
MSDS
Preparation for Cargo Loading (responsibilities ship & shore)
Preparation for Cargo Discharge (responsibilities ship & shore)
On-board Procedures and Training
International Ship and Port Security Code
Tanker Management Self-Assessment
What is it, who is it for?
Overview of Elements and Stages
How the TMSA is used?
SIRE Inspection System
What is it and why have it for LNG?
The Stages of LNG and Liquid / Gas Cargo Cycles
Regasification Terminal Locations -- Land Based
Regas Vessels System Overview: Typical Schemes and Operating Principles
LNG Transfer System Design and Parameters Contributors to Boil off Gas
Preparation of Cargo Cycle – LNG and Liquid / Gas Terminal Compatibility Studies
Roles and Responsibility of Terminal in LNG Cargo Transfer
Terminal Loading and Discharging
Ship-to-Shore Operations Interfaces
Compatibility Forms

Day 3: Procedures for Safe Mooring as Load Master and POAC

Safe Mooring (ISGOTT)
POAC Demands and Responsibilities
Terminal Interface – Load Master / POAC and Master Mariners
Jetties & SPM
Preparation of Mooring
Loading Master Monitoring of Moorings
Duties and Responsibilities of the Loading Master
Optimoor
Berthing and Letting Go
Liquid Natural Gas [LNG] - Project LNG / SIMOP / HSE / IMO / ILO

Ship Shore Safety Checklist

Ship-shore Safety Checklist
Identify Improved Procedures for the Handling, Loading and Discharging of Bulk Liquids
Understand Pumps and Pipeline Systems including Loading and Discharge Operations
Liquid / Gas Operations - Tanker Loading and Discharging Operations and Preparations
Arrival Preparations and Checklists
Loading Arms – Technology, Vendors and Designs
Cryogenic Hoses, Testing and Type 8-inch and 6-inch
Dynamic Positioning
Maneuvering with and without Tug Assistance or DP
Jetty Approaches: Finger or Face Terminal Design Interface

Day 4: Ship to Shore Interface / STS and Management of Operations

LNG and Liquid / Gas Transfer System Architectures and Available Technologies
Ship to Ship to Shore
Ship to Platform
Ship to Ship
Ship Connected Transfer Systems and Tandem Configurations
System Uptime Considerations of Effective Operations
Meteocean Conditions, Prediction Tools

Typical Terminal Liquid / Gas and LNG Operations

Leadership Skills
Risk Management Skills
Organizational Skills
Motivation of Operator, Ships’ Officer to Cooperate

Tankers & Shore Tanks

Vessel and Barge Dimensions and Shipping Terminology Quantity and Quality Terminology
Cargo Inspection Definitions
Shore Tanks, Fixed, Floating Roof and other Details
Liquid Form Measurement - Differential Flow Mechanisms, Design, Metering and Performance
Ultrasonic Flow Mechanisms, Design, Metering and Performance
Vortex Flow Mechanisms, Design, Metering and Performance
Applications of Flow Meters, Calibration, Calculations, Transfer Principles Safety

Liquid and Gas CARGO SPILLS / ESD AND RELEASES

Protocols and How the Systems are Used

Day 5: Emergency Response and Contingency Planning – LOAD MASTERING

Things to Do in Case of Emergency
General Emergency Response Management
Things to Avoid During Emergencies
Contingency Equipment
Oil Spill and LNG Leak
SOPEP / SIMOPS Use
Fire or Structural Damage
Poor Weather and Mooring Failures
Precautions Against Piracy
Media Management and Communications, Parties Involved
Recent Industry Incidents Highlighted

Common Causes of these Incidents

Required Crew Training and Preparations
Hazards and Risks Moving Forward
- Geographical Hazards
- Crew Factor
- Ship and Shore Requirements
Preparing for the Future Incidents - Contingency Planning
ƒƒ STS Equipment and Training
ƒƒ Salvage of an LNG Vessel
Considerations for Cargo Recovery
Environmental Impact
Technical Equipment Development
Risk Profiling of Your Operations
What response is required?
Safety Management Systems and Options

LOAD MASTER Technical Developments - Load Master Marine Engineers and Tech Superintendents – Wear down, Fatigue and Failure Management Practices and planning - LNG Fuel, STS and Bunkering

Overview of SMS & PMS
Discuss Onboard Planned Maintenance Systems – PMS
Discuss Trend Analysis – T. A.
Analysis of Condition Monitoring Technical - CME
OEM Main Engine Component Failures Relevant to Engine Performance

Commercial Aspects of General Average Insurance and LNG Cargo Incidents and Claims - How it affects all participants in the Industry?

What is G.A – why does it affect all participants commercially?
G.A - Carriers Concerns
LNG Loss and Case Studies
LNGC Cost of Losses and How to Minimise Commercial and Economic Risks
LNG Calculations and How to Minimise Loss
G.A - Charterer Concerns
G.A – Facilities and Operators Concerns
G.A – STS, Bunker Handlers & Bunker Operators Concerns
Commercial Contracts and the Effects on All Parties
Technical Nature of G.A
Rights and Obligations of All Participants in the Event of G.A

Certificate

On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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