Leakhena Swett Promoted to President of ILTA

The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) has announced the promotion of Leakhena Swett from executive vice president to president. With close to five years of dedicated service to ILTA, Swett has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of the industry’s challenges and opportunities. Her promotion to president recognises her outstanding contributions and positions her as a key driver of ILTA’s strategic direction. As president, Swett will assume broader responsibilities in shaping ILTA’s vision, advocating for the industry, and leading initiatives to further advance the liquid terminals sector. Her extensive knowledge of the organisation, industry stakeholders, and membership needs […]
Viewport.ai: Where The Heck Is My Document?

Viewport.ai’s Radboud Grijpma explains how proper data management can optimise terminal efficiency In the tank storage business, working with the right documents and data is very important. Searching for data and documents can be frustrating for employees. Finding wrong versions or outdated versions, not finding documents at all, or spending too much time on work preparation are clear examples that can be frustrating. Plus, making decisions based on wrong or incomplete data can result in longer project times, higher costs and even to incidents. How Are Companies Dealing With Data Availability? Experienced employees have found their way in […]
Midstream: The Forgotten Link In The Energy Transition

Rafael Rengifo and Iván Parra Tepedino from Becht explain the role the midstream sector plays in the energy transition As the global energy landscape undergoes a profound emphasis on sustainability and reduced carbon emissions, the midstream sector finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. Traditionally serving as the unsung hero in the energy value chain, midstream operations are now faced with the challenge and opportunity of aligning with the goals of the energy transition while navigating through the complexities of regulations and the feasibility of decarbonisation options. The Midstream Sector The midstream sector is a crucial link connecting the […]
Sky-Access: Synergy In Inspections

Marin van Oorschot, technical director at Sky-Access explains how the right skills are key to tank maintenance challenges Maintaining storage tanks in various industries is a significant yet essential event for any facility. Downtime, production losses, costs, risks, and the strain on operations and personnel can have a considerable impact. Recognising the importance of effective planning and teamwork can mitigate the impact of maintenance on operational efficiency and ensure a smoother and more successful outcome. Sky-Access is committed to providing tailored solutions that minimise disruptions and enhance the overall effectiveness of storage tank maintenance across diverse industries. Sky-Access’ strength […]
Technip Energies Selected by Viridor for CCS Project

Technip Energies has been awarded a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract by Viridor for the carbon capture and storage (CCS) project at one of the United Kingdom’s largest Energy-from-Waste facilities […]
Odfjell Terminals Korea Completes Terorrism Drill

On 15 April, without notification and scenario, an anti-terrorism drill at Odfjell Terminals Korea (OTK) was executed, joint with the military, police, fire station and other authorities. The drill simulated […]