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In 2023 Tank Storage Magazine and FETSA are collaborating to produce the largest conference for the talk storage sector taking place during StocExpo in Rotterdam on the 14-16 March 2023.
Running alongside this will be the all-new Asset Management & Integrity Conference.
The event attracts over 3,000 storage operators, traders, oil gas, chemical, ammonia & hydrogen producers, ports,…
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Coming out as we round up AntwerpXL, the upcoming October/November edition of Tank Storage Magazine is packed full of news and features to expand on what terminal operators have learned all through the event season.
With a focus on future fuels, cybersecurity and LNG storage, this issue will also include:
Exclusive interview with Arabian Chemical Terminals about their brand-new start-up…
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The Ministry for the Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge has opened an expression of interest to understand green hydrogen and energy storage projects that have the potential to be carried out in the CIUDEN Technology Development Centre in Léon.
The opening of the expression of interest is to gauge possible projects which promote the development of green hydrogen technologies and…
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PETRONAS has launched a clean energy solutions provider GENTARI. Owned by PETRONAS, GENTARI hopes to become an integrated clean energy solutions provider. They will begin by boasting a portfolio of renewable energy, hydrogen and green mobility solutions for commercial, industrial and retail customers.
GENTARI aims to stand out, by offering a complete model, which aims to fulfill each…
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Gas giant Shell has announced that its chief executive officer, Ben van Beurden, will step down at the end of 2022. The firm has appointed Wael Sawan as the new CEO.
In a statement, Shell commented that Wael’s appointment is effective January 1, 2023, when he will also join the board of directors at the company.
Ben van Beurden will continue working as an adviser to the board until June 30,…
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Petrochemicals play a crucial role in the chemical industry. Firstly, they mark the starting point of almost all chemical value chains and, hence, provide a secure raw material basis to all the subsequent segments, such as specialties, fine chemicals or polymers, the more so as the majority of chemical plants in Europe is backwards integrated. Secondly, individually they represent also one of the…
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Re-Gen Robotics operates with a focus on achieving and maintaining world-class safety standards to mitigate risks and underpin hazards. This goal underpins the company ethos. Re-Gen Robotics’ 100% no man entry Zone 0 EX rated robotic tank cleaning solution ensures the integrity of oil tanks, enhances performance and supports all regulatory compliance.
In three years, Re-Gen Robotics has…
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The oil and gas industry is undergoing rapid transformation from fast-advancing technologies. Everywhere, systems are being streamlined, procedures rewritten, and methodology redefined. It’s the inevitable direction the industry has to take to metamorphose into the modern technological age.
While wireless sensors are not new, recent innovations, such as LoRaWAN communication, offer significant…
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The 2022 conference of the Federation of European Tank Storage Associations (FETSA) was held in Brussels, Belgium. The focus for this year was very much on the future of the industry and how it will be able to adapt for the energy transition. It included interesting talks, lively panel discussions and even an interactive session with a smartphone app.
FETSA chair Ulfert Cornelius welcomed…
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Provaris Energy and Total Eren have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate on green hydrogen projects using compressed hydrogen storage and transport solutions in the hope to reach Asian and European markets.
The MoU will provide a framework for working together on the identification and assessment of green hydrogen projects, currently being developed by Total Eren to use…
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Irish green energy company EIH2 has signed a deal with the ports of Cork and Amsterdam to allow Ireland to maximise its use of offshore wind as a source of energy by providing an alternative route to market.
The partnership will provide Ireland with the necessary route to market to become a net exporter of energy over time.
The project aims to increase collaboration on energy transition between…
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V-Logis, a part of V-Trans India, comprehensive warehousing, 3 PL solutions, and end-to-end integrated logistics provider has announced Chemstore, including the latest technology. Chemstore is a specialised chemical storage solution that complies with international safety standards.
The facility is fully compliant with National Building Code 2016 and National Fire Protection Association. The…
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Vapour recovery systems at tank storage facilities have been in use for more than 40 years. They were developed to address environmental regulations, primarily regarding the control of volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions generated during the transfer of petroleum products. Vapour treatment may also be required due to odour or toxic exposure concerns.
Over the years, there have been many…
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AntwerpXL will provide unique opportunities to rub shoulders and do business with the breakbulk, heavy lift and project cargo community’s biggest names when it opens its doors from 4-6 October 2022.
AntwerpXL 2022’s networking opportunities will include a free-to-attend tour of the Port of Antwerp* from 12:45 – 16:15 on the first day of the event. At this unique experience, attendees will…
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In recent years, the oil and gas industry has been under a lot of pressure from environmental regulatory agencies worldwide to reduce the emissions of pollutants into the atmosphere.
Among gaseous pollutants, regulatory attention has been focussed not only on the reduction of the emissions of toxic and hazardous substances, but as well on the reduction of emissions of greenhouse gases, such as…
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The most common comment heard around the show floor at StocExpo 2022 at the Ahoy in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, was how good it was to be back face-to-face, something echoed by many of the speakers in the show’s varied and extensive conference programme.
ALL THE COLOURS OF THE RAINBOW
The first day of the conference focussed on the impact of the energy transition on the storage…
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Hosted in the heart of the European breakbulk market, AntwerpXL (4-6 October 2022), the award-winning breakbulk, project cargo and heavy-lift event, provides a platform for the industry that delivers valuable connections and unforgettable experiences for visitors and exhibitors alike.
AntwerpXL provides all-year-round knowledge and resources, feeding into a platform for the industry to come…
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Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are organic chemicals with low boiling points that may be toxic to humans and the environment or have long-term health effects. As such, regulatory authorities the world over have strict regulations in place to minimise emissions.
A number of methods to minimise VOC emissions exist that are applicable to storage tanks, one such being the Go4DK VOC abatement…
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The effective management of sustainability throughout the chemical supply chain is vital for reducing risk, improving reputation, and attracting customers and investment. The chemical supply chain is complex, often involving large numbers of suppliers spanning several countries with different legal and regulatory frameworks. As globalisation has increased over the years, it has evolved to be an…
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When a UK-based bulk liquid storage operator commissioned WSG Eagle Eye Integrity Specialists to inspect a 500,000 litre storage tank in accordance with EEMUA 159, it was clear that the client had concerns about corrosion under insulation and vapour zone integrity.
UK-based integrity specialist WSG Eagle Eye responded with a comprehensive tank integrity assessment, which included the latest in…
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