Event Review: StocExpo 2024
Let’s take a look back at the only event delivering the cutting edge of tank storage and energy infrastructure: StocExpo On 12 & 13 March, StocExpo returned for its 19th edition, welcoming the tank storage and bulk liquid community, familiar and new, to the hub of the energy infrastructure market in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Championing collaboration and innovation, the event remains the blueprint for safer and sustainable fuel storage. With over 3,500 attendees and more than 150 exhibitors, StocExpo solidified its position as the leading influencer in the tank storage and energy infrastructure industry. Over the two days, the […]
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 Finding wrong versions or outdated versions, not finding documents at all, or spending too much time on work preparation are clear examples that can be frustrating.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 […]
UK Sampling Gauges: The Analysis Is Only As Good As The Sample
UK Sampling Gauges’ founder Reg Kimonides explains how modern sampling methods can vastly improve product analysis In order to establish the quality of their products and ensure this complies with or even exceeds industry regulations and specifications, terminal owners need to take multiple samples from within the tanks. At the start of his career Reg Kimonides, founder of UK Sampling Gauges, used old style cork- and-can to take samples from a ship’s cargo. ‘This style of sampling is outdated and extremely messy. Not only this, but more important to note, the sample taken is not representative,’ Kimonides says. This […]
Emerson Earns 2024 EPA ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award
Global technology and software company Emerson has earned the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award in Energy Management from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), marking the company’s second consecutive award for exemplary progress toward a decarbonized future. With a footprint of nearly 600 facilities, Emerson has tracked and benchmarked energy usage over the past five years as a key part of its long-term commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its global operations by 2030. As a result, the company has conducted more than 70 Energy Treasure Hunts worldwide and implemented an array of energy-savings […]
UAB-Online Introduces Digital NoR for Seagoing Vessels
Maritime software solution provider UAB-Online has introduced the digital Notice of Readiness (NoR) for seagoing vessels, the latest in the company’s innovative solutions for streamlining liquid bulk operations. The NoR […]
Stolthaven Opens New Dagenham Jetty
Stolthaven Terminals announced on LinkedIn that its state-of-the-art jetty is officially open at its Dagenham, UK terminal. The company hosted a special opening ceremony and were pleased to welcome special […]
Soliflo: Taking Charge In Africa, One Terminal At A Time
The experts at Soliflo explain how its evolving liquid control products have transformed terminals across Africa Soliflo has been working closely with terminals and depots within the sub-Saharan region for more than 20 years, its original focus the supply of loading arms and safe tanker access systems. Fast forward to the present and the company is now providing fully integrated systems to encompass flow metering, additive and blending solutions together with vapour recovery and destruction solutions and actively assisting oil companies and operators in this region to bring their tank and terminal storage facilities up to international standards. ‘Great […]
I Squared Capital to Acquire Rubis SCA Stake
Rubis SCA has announced that it has entered into exclusive negotiations with I Squared Capital to acquire its 55% stake in RT Invest. If Rubis and ISQ reach an agreement, […]
Vitol Acquires BioMethane Partners
Vitol has announced the acquisition of US-based renewable energy company, BioMethane Partners, to form Vitol BioMethane (VBM). VBM is a Texas-based landfill-gas-to-energy company, whose leadership has more than 100 years […]
Scanjet: No-Man Entry For Oil Storage Tank Cleaning
The experts at Scanjet explain how its new tank cleaning machine improves safety and efficiency on site In the oil and gas and petrochemical industries, maintaining safety and efficiency is a constant challenge. The introduction of the Scanjet SC 60H Automated Tank Cleaning Machine marks a significant advancement in addressing these issues, especially for cleaning large crude oil storage tanks. Avoiding Human Risk Traditionally, tank cleaning has been a risky and labour-intensive process, often involving exposure to hazardous materials and environments. The SC 60H, introduces an innovative approach to this task, focusing on safety and efficiency. Its design […]
Axess Digital: Accurate Reporting Through Modelling
Axess Digital’s Ole-Erich Haas explains how its web-based interface is improving reporting on site 3D modelling is becoming a more popular way to accurately map tanks at a terminal. But making sense of the data can be a challenge. Axess Digital has introduced a 3DView application, an innovative solution designed to showcase expansive 3D models seamlessly within web browsers. Launched in December 2023, this application effortlessly renders vast 3D representations of civil engineering structures like storage tanks and bridges, based on data captured by colleagues in other branches of the Axess group. Benefits Of A Web Application Axess […]
MOL Inaugurates Hungary’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant
MOL Group has handed over a 10 MW capacity green hydrogen plant in Százhalombatta, Hungary, which is the largest in Central and Eastern Europe. The €22 million investment makes fuel […]
Cleanova Secures Filtration Contract for European Carbon Capture Plant
Cleanova has secured the contract to supply the filtration system for the first full-scale carbon capture facility to be added to a Waste-to-Energy (WtE) facility. The WtE plant, located in […]
Rubis Terminal Rotterdam Begins Expansion Phase 4
Rubis Terminal Rotterdam (the Netherlands) has begun the expansion of Phase 4 of its project. As per tradition, a coin was tossed in to the first piling, to bring good […]
GES & Provaris to Develop Rotterdam Hydrogen Import Facility
Global Energy Storage (GES) and Provaris Energy have entered a collaboration agreement to develop a gaseous hydrogen import facility at the GES terminal in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. GES is developing […]
Kent Wins 3-Year Framework Contract with Repsol Norge
Kent, a global integrated energy services provider has been awarded a comprehensive 3-year framework contract with Repsol Norge for various operations in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea. This […]
ACME Group and Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies to jointly explore hydrogen value chains from Oman to Europe
ACME Group and Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a feasibility study to explore the joint development of large-scale hydrogen supply chains from […]
Nine Injured in Pemex Akal-B Oil Production Platform Fire Offshore Mexico
Mexico’s state-controlled oil company said a fire at one of its Akal-B oil platforms in the Campeche Bank left nine people injured Saturday afternoon. Petroleos Mexicanos, (Pemex), said two of […]
Yara Clean Ammonia & Azane Granted Safety Permit To Build Low Emission Ammonia Bunkering Terminal
The Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection has given approval to construct Yara and Azane’s planned ammonia bunkering facility at Fjord Base in Florø, Norway. The permit marks a significant milestone […]
Neste & Lotte Chemical Team Up On Renewable Chemicals and Plastics
Neste and South Korean chemical company Lotte Chemical are teaming up to make chemicals and plastics more sustainable. The companies embark on a strategic collaboration to replace fossil resources with […]
Chart Industries: Cryogenic Storage & Its Role In Future Fuels
With natural gas viewed as the gateway fuel to a lower carbon energy future, including hydrogen at scale, cryogenic processing technology is an important vehicle for the liquefaction of the molecules leading to more efficient storage and transportation, compared with compression and pipelines. Liquefaction is the process that converts gas to a liquid, significantly reducing its volume making it available to transport and store at low pressure in insulated containers. Everyone will be familiar with seeing tankers and trailers on the roadways transporting liquid gases and similarly with the tanks that store them at industrial premises, hospitals, laboratories etc. Chart […]
Lochard Energy to Receive ARENA Hydrogen Funding
Lochard Energy is set to receive $2 m from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) for an 18-month feasibility study to assess the technical and commercial viability of storing hydrogen […]
TotalEnergies Launches Belgium Battery Storage
On 3 April, Belgian Energy Minister Tinne Van der Straeten visited TotalEnergies’ Antwerp refinery battery storage project. TotalEnergies announced the development of a second similar project in Belgium on the […]
Yara Clean Ammonia Appoints New CEO
Hans Olav Raen has been appointed CEO of Yara Clean Ammonia, effective 1 May 2024. Raen has been business director, heading OCI’s fertilizers business in Europe. He has more than […]
Dantec: The Age Of PTFE-Coated Hose Fittings
In the dynamic and challenging landscape of the petrochemical industry, the quest for innovative solutions to enhance safety, durability, and efficiency has never been more critical. Dantec has now made advancements in PTFE-coated hose fittings, reshaping the way industries address challenges in applications where traditional metal fittings are not suitable. Dantec composite hoses have earned a distinguished reputation for being a reliable and robust solution in the petrochemical industry. The unique construction of these hoses involves layers of diverse materials strategically combined to create a resilient and versatile product. Chemical resistance & corrosion protection: One of the standout features of […]
McDermott Awarded Offshore Contract from PTTEP
McDermott has been awarded a sizeable offshore transportation, installation and commissioning contract from PTTEP Sabah Oil Limited (PTTEP) for the Kikeh subsea gas lift project, located 75 miles (120 kilometres) northwest of the island of Labuan, offshore Sabah in East Malaysia. Under the scope of the contract, McDermott will remove the existing flexible gas lift riser and perform the installation and commissioning of a new dynamic riser section and flowline comprised of two thermoplastic composite pipe jumpers. This will enable gas delivery to a subsea production system tied back to the Kikeh floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel. ‘McDermott […]
INEOS Acquires TotalEnergies’ Petrochemical Assets in Southern France
INEOS has completed the acquisition of TotalEnergies’ 50% share of Naphtachimie (720 ktpa steam cracker), Appryl (300 ktpa polypropylene business), Gexaro (270 ktpa aromatics business) and 3TC (naphtha storage) announced […]
