The marine transfer area for LNG must have an international shore connection that is in accordance with ASTM F 1121 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 127.003), a 2\1/2\ inch fire hydrant, and 2\1/2\ inch fire hose of sufficient length to connect the fire hydrant to the international shore connection on the vessel. [CGD 88-032, 56 FR 35819, July 29, 1991, as amended by CGD 88-049, 60 FR 39796, Aug. 3, 1995; USCG-2000-7223, 65 FR 40057, June 29, 2000]