The experts at Cool Sorption (part of the Diamond Key International Group) examine the often-overlooked challenges marine terminals face when handling returned vapours from ships; that may contain residues from previous cargoes Most vapour recovery units (VRUs) on fuel terminals for trucks benefit from consistently receiving vapours with a well-defined composition, typically sourced from known truck deliveries. However, this is often not the case at marine loading terminals. Unlike some crude oil operations where vessels are dedicated, most marine terminals receive vapours from a wide variety of carriers, each transporting a diverse range of products. These products fall into several […]
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Right‑Sized Automation: Why Smaller Terminals Need a Different Approach to Batch Control
Across the storage and terminal sector, much of the discussion around automation focuses on large, complex facilities. Yet globally, the majority of terminals look quite different. Bulk plants, transload facilities,
May 5, 2026
