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As facilities seek robust solutions to protect their storage systems, advancements in protective equipment and engineering methodologies are playing a crucial role in ensuring operational integrity, says Cashco The tank storage industry continues to evolve with a growing emphasis on safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Pressure and vacuum management are critical aspects of maintaining…
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Apr 3, 2025
As FuelEU Maritime regulations come into full force this year, Lara Naqushbandi, CEO of e-fuels developer ETFuels, looks at what the industry needs to know, and how best to prepare [caption id="attachment_59436" align="alignright" width="200"] Lara Naqushbandi, CEO of ETFuels[/caption] FuelEU Maritime has come into effect this year, yet few in the marine industry have really thought through the…
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Apr 3, 2025
Genoveva Climent, Port Tarragona’s commercial & business development director shares stories from three bulk liquid storage companies operating in this Spanish energy hub [caption id="attachment_59443" align="alignright" width="225"] Tepsa Iberia’s solar panels[/caption] Sustainability and challenge are two words that go hand in hand; even more so in these uncertain times in which we are…
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Gizil explains how its Virtual Plant is revolutionising safety procedures at terminals In the terminal sector, safety is paramount, yet the industry face a persistent and growing challenge, human error. This issue, deeply rooted in the traditional nature of the industry, is exacerbated by a generational workforce shift, leaving companies struggling to maintain safety standards and operational…
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Bas Janssen from Voovio looks at the benefits and limitations of digital twin technology solutions in the storage terminal indsutry The terminal industry has greatly benefited from software and technology solutions that enhance terminal management through predictive maintenance and operational efficiency. However, these terminals still require skilled workers for operation and maintenance. The…
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Mar 19, 2025
Following his talk at StocExpo, Andrew Inglis, director at Etasca, identifies and comments on the primary market developments impacting demand for bulk liquid storage and how terminals can respond Tank terminals are accustomed to responding to cyclical changes in market demand and trade flows for the products they handle. Historically, these fluctuations have been driven by macroeconomic changes…
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Mar 19, 2025
Peter Kerkhof, director at EEMUA, explains how to reduce vapour emissions when storing and handling volatile products When storing volatile products in storage tanks, there are a number of situations which may result in the emissions of vapours. These may be either standing emissions or emissions when filling a tank. When you load a truck or ship, the vapours from the storage compartments are…
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UAB-Online addresses the key pain points in maritime operations Efforts to enhance operational efficiency in port and terminal processes within the maritime industry are yielding benefits for stakeholders and simultaneously reducing demurrage claims. In UAB-Online’s experience as a software solution provider, the company has witnessed firsthand the improvements possible when the complete…
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Mar 5, 2025
LBC Tank Terminals’ sales manager Anne Been shares how her father’s maritime career influenced her story in the tank storage and chemical industry [caption id="attachment_58289" align="alignleft" width="300"] Anne Been, sales manager, LBC Tank Terminals[/caption] After graduating, Anne Been was looking for a career that was as dynamic as it was international. ‘My dad worked in the maritime…
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Mar 5, 2025
With over 20 years of leadership in environmental markets, Redshaw Advisors provides expert guidance on navigating the CBAM framework effectively The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) introduces new challenges for a range of companies, including liquid storage terminals, tank operators, and managers handling carbon-intensive goods such as oil, LNG, and other liquid commodities. While CBAM…
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Mar 5, 2025
Ulf Hinterscheid looks at what has changed in the tank storage industry since the Buncefield disaster The Buncefield tank farm fire, which occurred on 11 December 2005 in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, England, is one of the largest industrial fires in British history and marked a pivotal moment in the regulation and safety practices of the tank storage industry. As we approach the 20th…
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Mar 5, 2025
The experts at S&P Global look at the challenges and opportunities for the European liquid bulk storage industry in a shifting energy landscape The European liquid bulk storage industry stands on the brink of a seismic shift. With geopolitical tensions escalating and the relentless march towards decarbonisation, the sector faces unprecidented challenges. As traditional fossil fuels fall out…
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Feb 19, 2025
A year after Infracapital took on the former Vopak site, Tank Storage Magazine speaks exclusively to Peter van’t Hoff and Sebastian Margry from Liquin about the Botlek terminal, and what visitors to StocExpo can expect to see on the tour Based in the Port of Rotterdam, Netherlands, Liquin Terminal Botlek has a rich history as a storage terminal. The facility was founded in 1954 by Nieuwe Matex,…
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Mesa ETP’s Adam Vance explains what tank owners need to know As environmental regulations continue to evolve, companies in oil, gas, chemical processing, and other industries that store volatile organic liquids (VOLs) must adapt to meet new compliance standards. In the latest development, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published 40 CFR 60 Subpart Kc, a significant…
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Dec 20, 2024
The experts at Argus Media explain the current trends in SAF, and their predictions for what the market’s future holds Aviation accounts for 2-3% of global emissions, and the focus of airlines is rapidly shifting to reducing their carbon footprint. Governments and international bodies such as the UN’s International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) are also setting targets and proposing…
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Dec 16, 2024
From the Philippines to the UK, Stanlow Terminals’ Alyssa Usman shares her tank storage journey With a background in chemical engineering, Alyssa Usman has worked in oil and gas since 2014. ‘As soon as I graduated and passed my chemical engineer licensure exam, I was hired by the largest oil refinery in the Philippines,’ she says, now working as a quality and operations assurance specialist…
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Dec 16, 2024
The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) outlines what the terminals industry is watching for following the 2024 elections As with every American presidential election cycle, private industry waits with bated breath to see how the next four years will impact the national economy. In 2024, the bulk liquid terminals industry finds itself at a critical crossroads on several key policy…
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Dec 16, 2024
Tank Storage Magazine asks Marcel van de Kar, senior vice president hydrogen & CO2 at Vopak for his thoughts on the emerging hydrogen market In the global race to achieve net zero emissions, low carbon hydrogen has emerged as a needed solution. But crucially, there is no single solution to achieving net zero. ‘We need a diverse portfolio of energy sources, and hydrogen is a crucial part of…
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Dec 16, 2024
CEO of ColdPad, Julien Bec, explains how the company’s game-changing bonded fastener is keeping workers out of dangerous situations Storage terminals regularly rely on hot works and welding to fix broken infrastructure. This can involve a range of risks, which require extensive preventative measures, and, in some cases can lead to a shut down. To avoid this, composite bonding specialists…
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Dec 13, 2024
Global Tank Storage Award winner, Sherwin-Williams, explains how its gold winning emerging technology is helping insulate the industry Traditional insulating systems found on storage tanks often consist of a layer of primer, mineral wool or another insulator about 3 mm thick, clad in either stainless steel substrate or aluminium plate. Unfortunately, this means that the steel of the tank is…
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