This International Standard specifies the design, minimum safety requirements and inspection and testing procedures for liquefied natural gas (LNG) marine transfer arms intended for use on conventional onshore LNGterminals, handling LNG carriers engaged in international trade. It can provide guidance for offshore and coastal operations. It also covers the minimum requirements for safe LNGtransfer between ship and shore.

Although the requirements for power/control systems are covered, this International Standard does not include all the details for the design and fabrication of standard parts and fittings associated with transfer arms.

This International Standard is supplementary to local or national standards and regulations and is additional to the requirements of ISO 28460.

This International Standard needs not be applied to existing facilities.