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Tokyo-based INPEX, Paris-based Air Liquide, Oklahoma City-based LSB Industries, and Houston-based Vopak Moda Houston, have agreed to collaborate on the pre-FEED for the development of a large-scale, low-carbon ammonia production and export project on the Houston Ship Channel, US. If the development proceeds, the project’s first phase is targeted to produce more than 1.1 million tonnes per…
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Seapath, a maritime subsidiary of Libra Group, Seapth and clean energy solutions company, Pilot Energy have announced that they have formed a joint venture to develop, construct, and operate the first dedicated liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering facility in the Galveston Bay area, Texas, US. With operations beginning in mid-2026, the construction of the new facility will provide fuel for…
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On October 2nd an explosion occurred when a lightning strike hit a bio gas tank at Trent Green Power plant in Oxfordshire. The plant is a producer of renewable energy from food waste in England and Wales. It has been reported that two explosions were heard before the fire was seen. Residents in the area reported to here the noise 20 miles away. Six fire engines, 40 firefighters and police were…
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The largest operator of electrolysis technology in Europe, INEOS Inovyn, has announced that it has achieved a new ISCC certification, reflecting its ambition to reduce carbon emissions. From June 2023, hydrogen production at the group’s Antwerp site is now certified under ISCC PLUS – a global voluntary certification program for bio-based, circular and renewable raw materials across all…
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[caption id="attachment_31404" align="alignleft" width="300"] Pipelines leading to an oil refinery[/caption] Uganda's Tilenga and Kingfisher petroleum projects, as well as a pipeline to carry their oil to Tanzania for export, are on track for first production by 2025. The 1,445 km (898 mile) East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) that will transport crude from Tilenga and Kingfisher is also…
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Andy Brooks, director of new ventures at the North Sea Transition Authority, explains the UK's new licences for CCS The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) is the independent regulator for the oil and gas and the carbon storage industry. It was previously the Oil and Gas Authority only. but has now moved into carbon capture and storage as an extension of its powers. The NSTA is the licensing…
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Tank Storage Magazine talks to the team at Stolthaven Terminals Singapore about the development of its terminal and its Dow SEA S4TAR Award   Stolthaven Terminals commissioned the development of the 15-hectare Singapore site in November 2011 to increase the reach of its supply chain solutions for customers. The terminal aimed to meet customer demand in the region for high-quality…
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The Albanese and Malinauskas Governments have finalised a grant agreement to develop the Port Bonython Hydrogen Hub near Whyalla, Austalia. The development will create regional jobs and bring Australia another step closer to becoming a renewable energy superpower. Together, both governments are investing $100 million (€61 million) to develop infrastructure at Port Bonython and prepare it to…
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Prostar Capital has announced the successful sale of its bulk liquid storage terminal facility, GTI Fujairah (GTIF), to Mercantile & Maritime Group (M&M). GTIF is located in the Port of Fujairah, UAE, a major strategic energy trading port and one of the largest bunkering hubs in the world. GTIF’s bulk liquid storage terminal has a total capacity of 350,000m3. For the last six years…
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David Garris, firefighting foam agent & hardware product manager, at Johnson Controls explains how its new non-fluorinated foam has proven effective for large tank fire suppression Alcohol-resistant aqueous film-forming foam (AR-AFFF) has been the standard for delivering rapid control and extinguishment of large, flammable liquid storage tank fires. [caption id="attachment_38415"…
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The Global Tank Storage Awards returns in 2024 on 12 March in Rotterdam. It will once again recognise the best performing companies, products and people for their achievements, innovations and contributions to the tank storage sector. Supported by the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) the European Federation of European Tank Storage Associations (FETSA) and the market-leading…
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Molly Cooper speaks to Paul Voogt, CCO and commercial director at Standic about the chemical terminal’s activities and future expansions Standic offers tailor-made solutions for the storing of biofuels, base oils, lubricants, marine fuels and chemicals. ‘Standic is made up of three terminals in the Netherlands and Belgium. The two chemical terminals are located in Dordrecht and Antwerp and…
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https://vimeo.com/868736087/41955e4c58?ts=0&share=copyExecutive summaryFast-forward to 2030 in just 4 weeks: HyBird explains how leading terminal operators are managing all site data and O&M from a smartphone today.In the latest instalment of Tank Talk, the experts at HyBird reveal their Clarity Digital-Twin based CMMS, with a special guest from Greenergy.Chair & speakersModerated by…
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Norwegian energy group Equinor has signed a five-year agreement to supply gas to Austria's OMV as part of the latter's supply diversification strategy. Equinor will deliver 12 terawatt hours (TWh) of natural gas starting on October 1, the beginning of the European gas winter season, adding to volumes under existing contracts. The gas will be delivered at Germany's virtual trading hub THE…
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[caption id="attachment_38407" align="alignleft" width="300"] Source: Adam Fagen, https://www.flickr.com/photos/afagen/45438690914[/caption] Vopak has spent €30 million in repurposing 22 tanks at its Los Angeles terminal in California, USA, to establish a combined capacity of 148,000 m³ (39 million gallons). The repurposing of the tanks allows a move away from traditional products to future…
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The UK and Germany have signed an agreement to help accelerate the development of an international hydrogen industry. Signed today at the UK Embassy in Berlin by Minister for Energy Efficiency and Green Finance Lord Callanan, and Germany’s State Secretary for Energy Philip Nimmermann, the joint declaration of intent will see the UK and Germany work together to underpin the international trade…
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Cyann Fielding talks to industry experts about how tank mapping with lasers can improve the efficiency and longevity of assets Mapping assets can be hugely useful to help understand the inside of a tank, leading to better management. Using lasers to create these images can aid operators and workers in assessing facilities and assets better. Relying on inaccurate data can lead to incidents such…
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[caption id="attachment_25586" align="alignleft" width="300"] Image: John McArthur/Unsplash[/caption] The UK government has announced that it will dedicate £160 million to climate support for developing countries, at the UN Climate Ambitions Summit in New York. The UK will stand as a key ally with developing countries in their efforts to cut emissions. The £160 million funding will support…
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Alternative Environmental Technologies (AET) has announced that its design, procurement, assembly, and installation work of the initial SULFEX commercialisation project is near 70% completion. The process is being installed at a liquid fuels pipeline terminal on the United States East Coast. Site work is planned to begin shortly. The 1000 barrel per day (bpd) diesel desulfurisation plant design…
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Sempra Infrastructure has gained regulatory approval for the second phase of its project at Port Arthur; the expansion of the Port Arthur LNG project in the US. The approval from the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) authorises the Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 expansion project under development at Port Arthur LNG in Jefferson County, Texas. The Phase 2 project involves the addition of…
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