About Sigtto
Sigtto: The Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators
Sigtto is a leading international organization that brings together all industry participants to share experiences, address common problems, and derive agreed criteria for best practices and acceptable standards. The Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators was formed with the aim of promoting safety, security, and environmental protection in the gas shipping industry.
With over 200 members from around the world, Sigtto has become a trusted source of information on gas tanker operations. Its members include ship owners, operators, charterers, terminal operators, regulators, consultants, and other stakeholders in the gas shipping industry.
Sigtto's mission is to promote best practices in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of gas tankers and terminals. It provides guidance on safety management systems (SMS), risk assessment methodologies (RAM), emergency response planning (ERP), cargo handling procedures (CHP) as well as environmental protection measures.
One of Sigtto's key objectives is to ensure that its members comply with international regulations such as SOLAS (Safety Of Life At Sea), MARPOL (Marine Pollution) conventions among others. It also works closely with regulatory bodies such as IMO (International Maritime Organization) to develop new regulations or amend existing ones where necessary.
Sigtto has developed a number of publications that are widely used by its members including "LNG Ship-to-Ship Transfer Guidelines", "LPG Ship-to-Ship Transfer Guidelines", "Guidelines for LNG Bunkering" among others. These guidelines provide practical advice on how to safely handle liquefied gases during transfer operations at sea or at terminals.
In addition to providing guidance on technical matters related to gas tanker operations Sigtto also organizes training courses for its members. These courses cover topics such as cargo handling procedures; emergency response planning; risk assessment methodologies; safety management systems among others.
Sigtto's membership is open to all companies and organizations involved in the gas shipping industry. By joining Sigtto, members gain access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise that can help them improve their operations, reduce risks and enhance safety.
In conclusion, Sigtto is a leading international organization that promotes safety, security, and environmental protection in the gas shipping industry. Its members include ship owners, operators, charterers, terminal operators among others. Sigtto provides guidance on technical matters related to gas tanker operations as well as training courses for its members. By joining Sigtto companies can gain access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise that can help them improve their operations and enhance safety.