Yemen-Saudi Skirmishes Threaten a Wider Conflict Nov 10, 2009
A brass band played and politicians applauded the gas tanker as it set sail for South Korea, but Saleh's attention was elsewhere on the attacks that Saudi Arabia's military forces were waging against antigovernment Shi'ite rebels in the north of Yemen. The rebels "are trying to demolish the economy," Saleh tells TIME, vowing, "We will crush them.". (Time.com)
JFE, IHI Ship Units Need More Time to Complete Merger Plan, Mishima Says Nov 9, 2009
The planned merger would bring the total number of Japans domestic yards to seven and add the partners container ships and liquefied natural gas tankers to Universals fleet such as very large crude carriers, or VLCC, and large-size bulk carriers. The combined shipbuilding sales at JFE and IHI would have totaled 363 billion yen last fiscal year. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Coos Bay signs LNG pact Nov 6, 2009
LNG industry best practices, as promulgated and published by the Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO), indicate LNG terminals should not be located where vapors from an LNG release could affect civilian populations. Jordan Cove's proposed terminal site violates that tenet. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Athens Christian wins competition in robotics Nov 3, 2009
In the last rounds of the competition, the robots had to pull a model gas tanker across the arena and park it in a garage. Using the robot's hook, the team towed the truck - a maneuver worth the most points - three times, Herring said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fire at India Oil Depot Kills 5; 150 Injured Oct 30, 2009
Dense clouds of black smoke billowed out of the oil depot as the fire soon spread to other gas tankers nearby. Huge explosions were heard before the fire broke out and flames leaped into the sky. (Time.com)
South China Sea new base for pirates operations Sep 23, 2009
Regional Cooperation Agree-ment on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP) s Amy Fang said that at least 10 ships had been attacked in the area so far this year, the latest on Saturday when six pirates boarded a Singapore-registered liquefied petroleum gas tanker. The attackers assaulted the duty officer and robbed the ship s crew, she said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
* World News Quick Take Sep 22, 2009
The 10th case involved a Singapore-registered liquefied petroleum gas tanker boarded by six pirates on Sept. 19, with the attacker assaulting the duty officer and robbing the ships crew, the center said. AUSTRALIA Inheritance law revised Mistresses and their offspring are to get a share of the family fortune if unfaithful husbands die without making a will specifically denying them an inheritance, New South Wales legal officer Ruth Pollard said yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Pune: Two killed, 5 vehicles gutted in road inferno Aug 27, 2009
PUNE: Two persons were killed and five vehicles gutted in an inferno that flared after a gas tanker rammed into a stationary truck near here, police said today ... Two persons were killed and five vehicles gutted in an inferno that flared after a gas tanker rammed into a stationary truck near here, police said today. (India Times, India)
Crash Shuts Down Lanes On Highway 101 Near Soledad Aug 7, 2009
-- A crash on Highway 101 near Soledad involving a big-rig gas tanker and another vehicle shut down southbound lanes for about an hour Thursday. The crash took place at Gloria Road and Highway 101 at about 8:41 a.m.. (KSBW 8, CA)
Gas Tanker Rip-Offs Caught On Tape Jul 4, 2009
July 4 Road Closures. POSTED: Friday, July 3, 2009UPDATED: 10:02 pm CDT July 3, 2009. (Click2Houston, TX)
Kawasaki China Venture to Delay Second Ship Dock in Dalian as Demand Drops Jul 4, 2009
Kawasaki will continue to focus on liquefied natural gas tankers at its Japanese docks, he said. Kawasaki Heavys from shipbuilding, the origin of its businesses, accounted for 9 percent of its total revenue for the year ended March 31. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Japan Stocks Retreat on Slowing Retail Sales, U.S., Europe Employment Data Jul 3, 2009
Iino Kaiun Kaisha Ltd., which operates oil, chemical and gas tankers, sank 3. 3 percent. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Poland eyes Gulf investment hub role Jul 2, 2009
The Gdynia yard is set to turn out three to four liquefied natural gas tankers a year. The European Commission, which polices competition rules in the 27-nation European Union, had ordered Poland to sell the yards, after ruling that Warsaw had doled out illegal state aid to keep them in business. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Fatal explosion on Italian train Jun 30, 2009
FROM OTHER NEWS SITES 4:53pmTrain blast death toll reaches 13 - 33 mins ago Gas tankers explode in Italy killing 13 in fireball - 35 mins ago 13 dead, 50 injured in Italy as rail gas tanks explode - 59 mins ago 13 dead in Italian gas explosion - 1 hr ago Gas tank blast kills 10 - 1 hr ago. SHARED. (BBC News -- Europe)
Gas tankers explode in Italy killing 13 in fireball Jun 30, 2009
June 30, 2009 - 5:14PM. Two gas-filled rail tankers exploded after derailing in northern Italy engulfing homes in flames which killed at least 13 people and injured dozens more, firefighters said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Man found in Mystic River identified through media coverage of tattoo Jun 19, 2009
Members of the State Police Marine Section providing security for a liquefied natural gas tanker in the Mystic River on June 11 observed the body near the Boston Autoport in Charlestown. As with all death investigations on state waterways within the city of Boston, State Police detectives assigned to Conley s office undertook efforts to identify him and determine whether criminal charges were warranted. (Medford Transcript, MA)
found in the Mystic River. Jun 16, 2009
While providing security to a liquid natural gas tanker yesterday morning, state troopers assigned to the Marine Section observed the body near the Boston Autoport upriver from the Tobin Bridge. An exact cause of death has not yet been determined, but an autopsy conducted later in the day found no physical trauma or injuries. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Riverbend Grant Gets Approval May 22, 2009
A temporary solution was found through cooperation of the N.C. Department of Transport-ation, the N.C. Forestry Service and the county, but the makeshift bridge was inadequate and could not support heavy vehicles, including gas tankers delivering fuel to homes. A couple of minor but scary accidents occurred. (The Pilot Newspaper)
I wish someone would terminate the Terminator May 21, 2009
Jet missiles did the trick in one scene, but a gas tanker exploding underfoot didn't leave so much as a scratch in another. And lets not forget the pair of scissors to the back of the neck that put one out of commission. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
18-Wheeler Hits Gas Pump May 6, 2009
LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- A gas tanker hit a fuel pump in Central Las Cruces Tuesday afternoon. The Flying-J tanker just finished unloading fuel at a gas station on the corner of Spruce and Solano. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Plantation workers nabbed for staging hijacking, robbery Apr 19, 2009
The highway had last year notched up a reputation as the highway of fear following a series of armed robberies and hijackings involving gas tankers, cargo trucks and civilian vehicles. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The protesters' rage still demands attention Apr 18, 2009
Unlike past crackdowns, the troops avoided killing anybody, despite provocation from protesters who threw petrol bombs and hijacked petrol and gas tankers. Page. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Protesters surrender, PM back in control Apr 15, 2009
The military, which has staged 19 coups or attempted coups in the past, used tear gas, water cannons and blank bullets to force the protesters off the streets where they were throwing petrol bombs, sticks and rocks and had hijacked buses and petrol and gas tankers. Protest leaders agreed to surrender after hundreds of troops in combat gear surrounded the grounds of Government House yesterday morning, telling them through loud hailers than they could not stay any longer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Injury count grows from Thailand unrest Apr 14, 2009
Protesters took over two gas tanker trucks Monday, slashed the tires of a police van and surrounded the prime minister's office, which seemed devoid of any security presence. The government, which had appeared unable to order the army or police to use force in tamping down the protests, set up a "center" Monday with the heads of the police, army, air force and navy to coordinate a response, Panitan said. (CNN -- International)
Audiences race to Fast & Furious Apr 6, 2009
Along the way, there are car chases, convoy heists and burning gas tankers. The original was a surprise hit, but the franchise was slowly running out of gas after the sequel 2 Fast 2 Furious, which starred Walker. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Fast & Furious iPhone Review Apr 6, 2009
As Diesel, you roar up next to a semi truck pulling three huge gas tankers. You must glance off the side of these tanks to break them free of the semi. (IGN Wireless Games)
Ban drunken drivers for life - Omanhene Apr 3, 2009
Neenyi Ghartey expressed his appreciation to President John Evans Atta Mills and his Vice, John Dramani Mahama, the sector Minister of Health, Dr George Sipa-Yankey, Mr Mike Hammah, Minister of Transport and the Central Minister, Madam Ama Benyiwa-Doe for "their much needed inspirational roles they played during the recent devastating motor accidents which happened in the area within a couple of weeks ago." He also extended similar appreciation to doctors, nurses, paramedical officers on their... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Suspected IRA dissidents block roads in Catholic Belfast Apr 1, 2009
A child rode past a burning gas tanker in Belfast yesterday, where several roads were closed because of security alerts. (Peter Muhly/ AFP/ Getty Images) Associated Press / March 31, 2009. (Boston Globe)
Somali Pirates Release Gas Tanker Hijacked in Jan. Mar 29, 2009
Somali Pirates Release Gas Tanker Hijacked in January ... BERLIN A gas tanker that was hijacked by Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa in January was released Saturday with all 13 crew members unharmed, a company that manages the vessel said. (Fox News)
Fast & Furious Mar 28, 2009
The game opens with the explosive gas tanker hijacking featured in the film's trailer and then goes into a series of road races, tunnel chases, drifts, and more. The game features assets from the film, including actors and recognizable cars. (IGN Wireless Games)
Landing plane at Logan hit by green laser light Mar 25, 2009
In December, a Medford man was indicted on charges of shining a laser into a State Police helicopter that was escorting a gas tanker into Boston Harbor in December 2007. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Roberts return Mar 21, 2009
Page last updated at 10:35 GMT, Friday, 20 March 2009. Return of a Hollywood A-lister. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Allies facing 'stalemate' Mar 21, 2009
Page last updated at 09:43 GMT, Friday, 20 March 2009. Allies facing Afghan 'stalemate. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Surge in demand for online video Mar 21, 2009
Page last updated at 13:46 GMT, Friday, 20 March 2009. YouTube was the second most popular site for music searches. (BBC News -- Technology)
Cities land super-fast broadband Mar 21, 2009
Page last updated at 10:55 GMT, Friday, 20 March 2009. Fibre optic cables will be laid, linking exchanges to street-side boxes. (BBC News -- Technology)
BBC web spend approved Mar 21, 2009
Page last updated at 16:16 GMT, Friday, 20 March 2009. BBC web spending boost approved. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Three more Two and a Halfs on TV Mar 21, 2009
Page last updated at 17:56 GMT, Friday, 20 March 2009. The Emmy winning series has brought Sheen two Golden Globe nominations. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Korle Bu cries for blood to save lives Mar 20, 2009
The hospital cited that even though it had enough blood to attend to victims of the recent accident at Winneba Roundabout in the Central Region, involving a gas tanker and three other vehicles, the hospital might run out of stock ... According to the Police, a fully loaded gas tanker heading towards Takoradi had a head-on collision with an Opal passenger vehicle, which was moving from the opposite direction of the road. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Five more bodies retrieved from Gomoa Bewadze accident Mar 20, 2009
Gomoa Bewadze (C/R), March 20, GNA - The driver of the gas tanker which exploded after colliding with a salon car near Winneba Junction, has surrendered to the Winneba Police. Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Emmanuel Nana Ofori of Efutu Municipal MTTU commander, told the Ghana News Agency in Winneba that Isaac Krampah, 40, is being held in Police custody to assist in investigations. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Gas leak forces evacuation in city Mar 20, 2009
A gas tanker has sprung a leak in the Southbank area, forcing the evacuation of a city business and closing major roads. Roads between Clarendon Street and Southbank Boulevard were shut about 4pm this afternoon after a truck on City Road sprang a leak in its 200-litre tank. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Russian oil workers freed Feb 20, 2009
Page last updated at 20:56 GMT, Saturday, 26 July 2008 21:56 UK. Seized Nigeria oil workers freed. (BBC News -- Africa)
Agencies eye LNG air impact (6) Feb 14, 2009
That is not the case for liquefied natural gas tankers that could dock at a proposed LNG facility next door ... That is not the case for liquefied natural gas tankers that could dock at a proposed LNG facility next door. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Gas tanker collides with container ship off Dubai Feb 11, 2009
Smoke billows into the sky off the coast of Dubai after two ships collided causing a fire Feb.10, 2009. An oil tanker on fire off the coast of Dubai was carrying around 30,000 tonnes of oil condensates from Iran to the United Arab Emirates, two industry sources said on Tuesday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Kenya mourns victims of fire disasters Feb 7, 2009
It said the inferno of the exploding gas tanker "once again exposed the level of disaster unpreparedness across the country. Watching top government officials making frantic efforts to get the injured to hospitals ... was a study in logistical inefficiency.". Turmoil in KenyaThe editorial was the latest criticism the government has faced over its response and safety regulations. (MSNBC -- International)
