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Legal and Practical Concerns of Towing and Salvage Operations Relating to LNG Vessels

December 6, 2006

Holland & Knight partner James T. Shirley Jr. authored " Legal and Practical Concerns of Towing and Salvage Operations Relating to LNG Vessels" which was featured at the 19th International Tug & Salvage Convention (December 2006). This article discusses the regulatory environment of LNG Shipping, the casualty history of LNG Shipping, and the legal and practical concerns which must be taken into consideration by those providing towing and/or salvage assistance to LNG vessels.

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