Qatari LNG tanker hit by unidentified objects in Gulf waters A Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker was hit by unidentified objects while passing through Gulf waters on Friday evening, the Qatar News Agency reported on Sunday. The ship, Al Mayida, operated by the Qatar Gas Transport Company, suffered no injuries among its crew, and the incident caused no environmental damage. The company confirmed that the tanker remains in a safe condition and is fully operational.