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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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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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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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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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The UK government’s Health and Safety Executive has launched a new Strategy for 2022-2032, setting out a key objective to enable industry to innovate safely to prevent major incidents, all while supporting the move towards net zero. It’s important that operators in the tank storage sector are clear on what they can expect from the Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Competent Authority…
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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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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 Sprint Robotics World Conference for Inspection and Maintenance Robotics is kicking off on 27 September in Amsterdam. Like many events, it’s the first time exhibitors are coming together since the covid pandemic. So, naturally, there’s plenty of innovations to catch up on. ‘We are seeing huge pent-up demand for the event with an early surge in exhibitors with a broad range of…
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All eyes are on the Russia/Ukraine war, but this is not the only challenge facing the tank storage industry. In fact, it is actually quite a short-term problem, with the next year set to be a turbulent one. Prices are volatile, fluctuating as the supply and demand of gas does. On top of this, politicians are not moving fast enough to really respond to the boycott of Russian oil. While there is…
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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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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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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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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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Located in Saldanha Bay, South Africa, the Oiltanking MOGS Saldanha (OTMS) terminal is a highly advanced crude oil storage and inline blending facility. A flagship 1.4km pipeline project has recently been completed at the terminal, connecting to an existing pipeline to supply crude oil to the refinery in Milnerton, Cape Town. Tank Storage Magazine spoke to Chief Executive Officer Nonhlanhla…
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San Fernando de Henares – Torrejón de Ardoz terminal, near Madrid in Spain, was recently named the Terminal of the Future at the 2022 Global Tank Storage Awards. The terminal is Exolum’s largest, with a capacity in excess of 1 million m3, storing different grades of gasoline, diesel, biofuels and jet fuels. ‘The terminal is one of only two that is dedicated to supply demand in the centre…
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Every year the European Commission releases a report assessing what actions need to be taken to improve the EU’s strategic position in the world. For the first time, the Commission has assessed that it is of strategic importance to develop storage for current and future energy carriers. ‘In a shifting geopolitical environment, the EU needs to continue strengthening its resilience and open…
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In 2021 the volumes of trade passing between mainland Europe and the UK and Ireland via Belgium reached an all-time high. The Flemish ports prove to be resilient logistic hubs. Through development of warehousing, focus on green energy distribution and integration of port authorities, they expand the role of ports as key economic infrastructure. ‘Trade with the UK continues to flow,’ says Tom…
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Poliport is an independent liquid and chemical storage terminal in Dilovası in the Kocaeli Gulf region, near Istanbul in Turkey. It was founded in 1971 with 17,000 m3 of liquid storage, and now has 272.000 m3 of liquid storage, a dry bulk and general cargo terminal and a custom bonded and non-bonded warehouse for dry bulk cargo. ‘Poliport’s main goal is to provide better service to its…
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Um Terminals is a big believer in the power of building long-term, trusted partnerships with its customers. The UK-headquartered company has many valued customer relationships, extending over decades. Integral to sustaining such relationships is a willingness to invest. This helps ensure the company can evolve to meet the current and future requirements of its clients.   Investing in…
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French independent power producer HDF Energy expects its green hydrogen power plant in Namibia, to start producing by 2024. The project is estimated to cost approximately $181.25 million and will aim to supply clean electricity power constantly. This will boost the electricity supply in the southern African nation, which imports around 40% of its power from South Africa. Namibia wishes to…
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