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Tank Storage Magazine looks at the highlights and key points from the breakbulk industry’s long-awaited AntwerpXL 2022. The much-awaited AntwerpXL once again opened its doors on October 4-6 after a tumultuous three years. As Tom Hautekiet, CCO of Port of Antwerp-Bruges, says: ‘The world collapsed and so did [breakbulk] businesses. [But], now back on track, let us hope the show brings a…
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Tank Storage Magazine checks out the hot topics discussed at last month’s TSA Conference. The 21st edition of the Tank Storage Association (TSA) Conference 2022 took place in Coventry, UK this September. The conference is always a good opportunity to network with professionals in the industry, and this year’s was no exception. In fact, it was maxed out. After chairman Peter McKay opened the…
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A variety of exhibitors and industry leaders got together to showcase the new and exciting developments in robotics The 2022 Sprint Robotics World Conference for Inspection and Maintenance Robotics was held at the Rai Centre in Amsterdam. Sprint Robotics promotes the development, availability and application of robotic techniques in technical inspections, operation and maintenance. This year…
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The sixth edition of Med Hub Day, organised by the Port of Tarragona will be held on November 10 and 11 at Tinglado 1, Moll de la Costa, Spain. This edition will be marked by the return of the 100% face-to-face setup in a port environment. The programme will be full of experts linked to the sector and attendance is free of charge. The slogan given to this year’s edition by event organiser, the…
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A fire has broken out at chemical storage facility in the SIDCO industrial estate in Madurai district, India. The cause of the fire is not yet known. Four fire and rescue service members suffered minor burns while attempting to extinguish the fire.
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Welltec, an international provider of robotic well solutions for the oil and gas industry, has opened its new test flow loop facility in Esbjerg, which will provide essential corrosion testing for numerous carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, enabling the company to play an even bigger role in the energy transition in Denmark. The newly constructed system replicates extreme environmental…
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Wilhelmsen Port Services has entered into an agreement with Vopak to acquire 100% of Vopak Agencies and 50% of Diize.   The transaction is expected to complete later this year, subject to predetermined conditions and works council advice. Vopak Agencies will transfer to Wilhelmsen Port Services once the deal is completed. Diize will continue as a joint venture between Wilhelmsen and Vopak…
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In December 2021, Vopak Moda Houston, a terminal in the Port of Houston, US, announced that it was fully operational. But this was not any old terminal. Vopak Moda Houston was the first greenfield terminal developed in the Port for more than ten years, built to handle anhydrous ammonia and speciality pressurised gases. The terminal is operated as a joint venture, set up in 2016 between Vopak and…
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As part of the Vopak Moda Houston project, EPC contractor Transtech Energy, which has over 30 years of experience in the design and construction of liquefied gas terminals and transloading facilities, was tasked with fabrication of the facility’s five pressurised 120,000 gallon bullet tanks. These tanks have a total storage capacity of 14,285 barrels for products such as propane or butane or…
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Arabian Chemical Terminals Abu Dhabi’s commercial manager Mike Cromack tells Tank Storage Magazine what it means to be the region’s first independent liquid petrochemical facility. Founded in 1985, Arabian Chemical Terminals (ACT) has grown and expanded its expertise to become a key service provider in the breakbulk and general supply chain segments in the GCC region. With no existing…
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German LNG Terminal (GLNG) has achieved key milestones in the development of its onshore LNG import terminal in Brunsbüttel, Germany. The terminal will make a major contribution to diversifying energy imports to Germany and Europe. GLNG has completed the Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract with CS Gas North S.A. Between them, they have extensive experience in developing…
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Naftogaz Group, a Ukrainian state-owned oil and gas company, is currently increasing gas production in western Ukraine with the use of new technologies and equipment.   Yuriy Vitrenko, CEO at Naftogaz has addressed that Ukraine’s energy security demands maximum self-sufficiency in the provision of energy sources. According to Vitrenko, each year Naftogaz increases capital investments in…
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The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Saudi Electronic Information Exchange Company (Tabadul) to establish a new Port Community System to shape the future of trade, increase competitiveness, and achieve sustainable growth in Saudi Ports.   The MoU aims to expand the portfolio of services at Saudi Ports, from 46 to 150. This will include…
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The European Commission has granted a €220m Spanish measure to support Cobra Istalaciones y Servicios, S.A. in the production of renewable hydrogen.   The aid, which will be a direct grant, aims to support the construction and installation of electrolysers in the Spanish regions of Cartagena and Castellón. The two electrolysers will have an overall capacity of 205 MW and are expected to…
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Green and renewable hydrogen producer, Lhyfe, is to develop a new plant in Delfziji, the Netherlands; an area that is a large consumer of hydrogen as a chemical feedstock. Lhyfe will be supporting companies in their decarbonisation efforts by supplying them with renewable green hydrogen, using electricity from the region paired with the electrolysis process.   The Netherlands hopes to be one…
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CESPA and the Port of Rotterdam have joined to establish the first green hydrogen corridor between the north and south of Europe. The new corridor will connect two of Europe’s main ports: Rotterdam, Netherlands, and Algeciras, Spain.   The agreement set out will accelerate the decarbonisation of heavy industry and maritime transport as well as support Europe’s energy independence and…
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Under the direction of Gasunie, the EemsEnergTerminal was established in just six months and includes two FSRUs (floating storage and regasification units) that turn liquified gas (LNG) into gaseous and natural gas. Upon the terminal's opening, Minister for Climate and Energy Policy, Rob Jetten says: ‘This is a true European effort, to make sure that Europe stands strong against Russian…
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ROSEN’s Richard Foecke (Industrial Engineer and Manager) sat down with Tank Storage Magazine’s Cyann Fielding to discuss ROSEN’s upcoming webinar. Hosted by Tank Storage Magazine on 27 October at 15:00 (CET), the discussion will centre on: 'Optimising inspection coverage, while reducing the risk of missing a critical flaw.' ROSEN’s talk will feature the company’s new technology; a…
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The HyNet North West Hydrogen Pipeline consultation has begun and will run until 10 November. The consultation includes nine in-person events across the project area and two online events through October. Cadent is responsible for bringing forward the proposals. The consultation will help the company understand views and information that could help development and plans. HyNet is proposing the…
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Ziegler has opened a new location at Zeebrugge, following the port’s merger with Port of Antwerp. Zeebrugge is one of only a few ports that can easily receive the largest container ships due to its deep water and advanced terminal facilities. Following the merger, the port has entered a new phase of development, investment and growth. The new Zeebrugge location is a logistics hub that offers a…
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