GASCO Exit Exam • Set 11 Question 23 of 30

If an LNG sale document is marked as Delivered Ex Ship (DES), after discharge who is the owner of the 'heel' retained onboard?

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Direct Answer

Option B: Heel belong to the seller

Retaining a small heel of LNG cargo on ballast voyages maintains tank cryogenic temperatures, minimizes thermal shock, and avoids lengthy pre-cooling at the loading port.

All Options

Heel belongs to the buyer

Heel belong to the seller (Correct Answer)

Heel belongs 50% to the buyer and 50% to the seller

Heel belongs 75% to the buyer and 25% to the seller

Detailed Explanation & Context

Retaining a small heel of LNG cargo on ballast voyages maintains tank cryogenic temperatures, minimizes thermal shock, and avoids lengthy pre-cooling at the loading port.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (GASCO).

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