Consider it forgiven,Clive !!

Thank you for that detail explanation. I appreciate that.

Woodchip pellets, when shipped in large volumes in bulk are classified as hazardous material. Research shows that off-gassing is critical on long voyages, with high levels of
CO, CO2 and methane havingbeen noted on several test ships, even after one week at sea. Handling procedures are being revised, including redesign, locking and labelling of access doors, and training of onboard crews. Other events have occurred including microbial and chemical oxidation caused by bacteria and fungi which has led to build up of temperature and explosions

Please forgive my ignorance regarding this but why should a ship (presumably purpose-built to carry wood chips) be any more of a fire hazard than a chemical, gas or oil transporting ship?

She's a beaut alright. A fire hazard but a beauty none the less !!

Nice photo