Joey Wijnolst from BlastXpert wins Forty under 40 award
Joey Wijnolst has from BlastXpert won the Forty under 40 award. Hear his thoughts on why we celebrate the industries youngest and brightest minds and the advice he would give for the next generation of winners!
StocExpo 2025 concludes with Powerful Conversations, New Innovations, and a Vision for the Future of Tank Storage
The 20th edition of StocExpo, the world’s leading tank storage and energy infrastructure event, came to a close after two impactful days of insight, innovation, and inspiration at the Rotterdam Ahoy.
Reflections on StocExpo 2025: Insight, Innovation, and Inspiration
Spraying Systems Co. (SSCo), founded in 1937, is the world’s leading manufacturer of industrial spray nozzles, injectors, and jet mixers (Eductors).
Petrofac to suspend share trading amid restructuring efforts
Petrofac has announced that trading of its shares will be temporarily suspended from 1 May 2025, following the company’s decision to defer the publication of its audited annual results for 2024 as it moves forward with a planned restructuring.
Perpetual Next Secures Lease for Methanol Plant in Delfzijl
Indonesia is making a bold move in the oil sector with a massive $12.5 billion refinery project designed to reduce imports, strengthen energy security, and enhance its refining capabilities.
Indonesia makes a $12.5 billion bet on oil with ambitious refinery project
Indonesia is making a bold move in the oil sector with a massive $12.5 billion refinery project designed to reduce imports, strengthen energy security, and enhance its refining capabilities.
Finnair and DB Schenker partner for sustainable air cargo
Finnair and DB Schenker have taken a significant step in their sustainability collaboration with an agreement for DB Schenker to purchase nearly 400 tonnes of Scope 3 CO₂e reductions, equivalent to 120 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Finnair.
Tepsa announces new terminal
Tepsa is making a significant move towards sustainability with the launch of its first-ever storage terminal in Andalusia.
Odfjell Terminals Korea and S-OIL Sign Landmark 10-Year Storage Contract
Odfjell Terminals Korea (OTK) and S-OIL have signed a milestone 10-year storage contract, strengthening their strategic partnership and advancing Korea’s petrochemical industry.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Spraying Systems
Spraying Systems Co. (SSCo), founded in 1937, is the world’s leading manufacturer of industrial spray nozzles, injectors, and jet mixers (Eductors).
Exhibitor Spotlight: IMCAR
With 70 years of experience, IMCAR boasts the record of being one of the most long-lived Italian companies still operating in the sector of forming machines for plate and steel structural works.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Twinsity
Twinspect is changing the game with an AI-driven approach that makes inspections more efficient, accurate, and data-driven.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Texplor
By integrating multiple sensors into a smart monitoring system, Texplor is transforming safety and efficiency in the chemical industry. Successfully deployed at DOW Chemical’s Stade facility, it enhances safety, reduces costs, and optimizes asset management.
Racing Champion and Inspirational Speaker Nicolas Hamilton to Headline StocExpo 2025
StocExpo, the world’s leading tank storage and energy infrastructure event, is delighted to announce that Nicolas Hamilton, British Touring Car driver and motivational speaker, will be the guest keynote speaker at its 20th-anniversary edition on March 12, 2025 in Rotterdam.
Exhibitor Spotlight: iSensPro
iSensPro: Revolutionizing Corrosion Monitoring with Non-Intrusive Sensors
Exhibitor Spotlight: Re-Gen Robotics
Re-Gen Robotics is revolutionising oil tank cleaning, with self-contained robotic systems that make the process SAFER, FASTER and SMARTER than traditional methods.
Evos Expands Solar Power and EV Charging at Amsterdam West Terminal
Evos has installed over 1,500 new solar panels at its Amsterdam West terminal, bringing the total to 1,700 panels with an estimated annual generation of 650 MWh. The system is expected to deliver a peak capacity of 770 kWp.
Essar Energy Transition Signs EPC Contract with ENKA for Low Carbon Hydrogen Plant
Essar Energy Transition (EET) Hydrogen has signed an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract with ENKA for its flagship low carbon hydrogen production plant (HPP1) at the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
ENERGYai Concludes Successful 90-Day Proof-of-Concept Trial with ADNOC
ENERGYai has successfully wrapped up a 90-day proof-of-concept trial, showcasing the power of its agentic AI technology. These AI ‘agents,’ specialised in various tasks across the energy value chain, significantly improved the speed and accuracy of upstream exploration.
LanzaJet selects Teesside for next SAF production facility
LanzaJet has announced the selection of Teesside’s Wilton International as the site for its next production facility, Project Speedbird. In partnership with Sembcorp Utilities, LanzaJet will develop an ethanol-to-SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) facility at Wilton International in the UK.
Uniper Appoints FEED Contractors for Upcoming Project
Uniper has revealed the awarding of FEED competition contracts to two firms, Technip Energies and Worley. The FEED phase of the project began in December 2024 and is anticipated to take approximately a year to finish.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Toptech Systems
Meet the Toptech Systems team at stand J10 and experience the latest innovations we are bringing to the midstream market. Get hands-on with our latest products, and see firsthand how we’re transforming the industry. Connect with our experts and learn more about Toptech Systems’ solutions.
First Ammonia’s Texas plant reaches new milestone with launch of the first 100MW of Topsoe solid oxide electrolysers
First Ammonia has reached another milestone in the development of its flagship Victoria, Texas green ammonia facility. The company has signed the sales and service agreements with Topsoe for the fabrication of the first 100 MW of solid oxide electrolysers.
Gentari to supply 650 MW clean power to AM Green’s ammonia plants
The power arrangement is in line with the specifications defined under the Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RNFBO) framework, which will allow AMG Ammonia to target customers in Europe in addition to all other geographies.
DNV approves CryoVac’s ‘world’s first’ prismatic liquid hydrogen tank design
CryoVac’s liquid hydrogen storage system, featuring a vacuum insulation system, has secured Approval in Principle (AiP) from classification society DNV.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Voliro
In the high-stakes world of tank storage and energy infrastructure, inefficiency, downtime, and safety risks represent some of the most pressing challenges.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Omnia Integrity
At Omnia Integrity, we provide innovative solutions to keep your aboveground storage tanks safe and reliable.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Desu Systems
Desu Systems BV: Looking Forward to a Special Anniversary in 2025
Exolum has launched H2ROAD, a new line of business aimed at leading the energy transition.
Exolum has introduced H2ROAD, a new business initiative aimed at driving the energy transition by delivering integrated, efficient logistics solutions across the entire hydrogen value chain. This innovative approach supports global decarbonisation efforts by ensuring seamless hydrogen supply from production to end use.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Nightstick
Nightstick XPR-5592- The Duality of Performance and Safety for Tank Cleaning Ops
Exhibitor Spotlight: OMC
NewEnergyBlue, a leading innovator in biomass refinery technology that transforms agricultural waste into ultra-low-carbon biofuels and biochemicals, has partnered with MetGen, a Finnish trailblazer in advanced enzymes and lignin fractionation.
NewEnergyBlue and MetGen Join Forces to Revolutionise Biomass Refining
NewEnergyBlue, a leading innovator in biomass refinery technology that transforms agricultural waste into ultra-low-carbon biofuels and biochemicals, has partnered with MetGen, a Finnish trailblazer in advanced enzymes and lignin fractionation.
Government Proposes Correction Factor for Green Hydrogen: Industry Raises Concerns
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management has unveiled plans to introduce a correction factor for green hydrogen, a move described by industry leaders as a “draconian measure.” This development comes as the government and the industry collaborate on the refinery route, aiming to replace grey hydrogen with green hydrogen to drive sustainability.
Ammonia’s journey from industrial feedstock to clean hydrogen carrier
As we gather for StocExpo’s 20th anniversary in Rotterdam, it is an opportune moment to reflect on how far we have come in the tank storage sector, especially in the storage and handling of ammonia.
StocExpo 2025 Marks 20th Anniversary with Major New Features and Global Engagement Opportunities
Rotterdam, Netherlands – 11&12 March 2025 – StocExpo, the world’s leading tank storage and future fuels event, is set to celebrate its 20th edition in March 2025 in Rotterdam with an exciting array of new features, partnerships, and global initiatives.
Advanced Gas Leak Detection Technology to the Netherlands
Hitma B.V. is excited to announce its new partnership with Distran AG, the global leader in portable ultrasonic leak detection technology based in Switzerland. Under this partnership, Distran has appointed Hitma as the official distributor of their advanced leak detection products in the Netherlands.
Aramco Announces Completion of Sukuk Issuance
Aramco has announced the completion of a $3 billion (€2.7 billion) international sukuk issuance, comprised of two US dollar-denominated tranches.
ST1 Nordic Refinery Implements Honeywell Technology to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Essar Energy Transition (EET) has expressed its appreciation for government support for HPP1, the inaugural hydrogen project from EET Hydrogen, which plays a pivotal role in HyNet.
EET welcomes Government backing of hydrogen project
Essar Energy Transition (EET) has expressed its appreciation for government support for HPP1, the inaugural hydrogen project from EET Hydrogen, which plays a pivotal role in HyNet.
Cleanroomshop Commemorates National Forest Week 2024 with Exciting New Tree Planting Initiative
Cleanroomshop has partnered with a non-profit organization that undertakes tree planting projects worldwide, collaborating with local communities and environmental groups to create a positive impact for nature, people, and wildlife.
EnergyPathways secures loan to develop gas storage hub
Luxembourg-based corporate financing platform Global Green Asset Financing (GGAF) will provide funding for the MESH project under a three-year loan facility.
Cleanova.C-CLEAN: Advanced Filtration Solutions for Carbon Capture
Cleanova has introduced the Cleanova.C-CLEAN, a pioneering solution designed to deliver dedicated, high-performance filtration for carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) applications.
Senators Moran, Duckworth, Boozman, and Klobuchar Launch Senate Sustainable Aviation Caucus
U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) have launched the Senate Sustainable Aviation Caucus to champion a sustainable future for the aviation industry.
How Cloud Computing is Transforming Plant Automation and Data Management?
Cloud computing has rapidly transformed various industries, reshaping systems and processes, particularly in industrial automation. As organisations increasingly adopt cloud technology, it is emerging as a critical driver of digital transformation and is redefining data management practices across sectors.
Exhibitor Spotlight: SAMP┃Operational Excellence in the Tank Storage Industry: Introducing Shared Reality
The tank storage industry is no stranger to challenges, from complex site management to the need for precise data to support critical decisions. As operators strive to reduce operational risks, increase profitability, and maintain competitiveness, having a clear and accurate understanding of industrial assets is crucial. At this year’s StocExpo, we are excited to showcase […]
Ensuring Domestic Underground Storage Tank Integrity with the SDT340 TankTest
Underground storage tanks (USTs), especially those storing hazardous materials like fuels and chemicals, represent significant environmental and safety concerns. If these tanks leak, they can contaminate soil and groundwater, resulting in costly cleanups and potential public health risks. In Europe, environmental regulations are stringent, and compliance is mandatory, particularly under the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC), which emphasizes […]
StocExpo 20th Anniversary Interview Series: Darren Hughes from Concrete Canvas
As StocExpo prepares for its 20th year, Anamika Talwaria sat down with Darren Hughes from Concrete Canvas, as a part of our 20th anniversary interview series. Darren discussed how StocExpo has played a key role in his success, including signing a pre-emptive deal and keeping up with industry trends. He praised the event as an […]
StocExpo 20th Anniversary Interview Series: Margaret Dunn & Anamika Talwaria
The Evolution of StocExpo and the Tank Storage Industry: A 20-Year Retrospective As the tank storage industry prepares to celebrate two decades of StocExpo, the largest international event for tank storage professionals, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the tremendous advancements and changes witnessed in the sector. In a recent interview, Margaret (“Mags”), Portfolio […]
Sustainable Partnership: Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI Launch HVO Trial to Reduce Carbon Emissions
Suttons Tankers and Nippon Gases UKI, part of Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation, have launched a three-month trial of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel. This collaboration aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions across Nippon Gases’ logistics operations, furthering the companies’ shared commitment to sustainability. Building on Success Following a successful HVO trial last year, which saw […]
Westinghouse’s AP300 Small Modular Reactor Enters UK Generic Design Assessment Process
Westinghouse Electric Company is proud to announce that its AP300 small modular reactor (SMR) design has officially entered the UK’s Generic Design Assessment (GDA) process. This significant milestone, approved by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, is a crucial first step towards deploying the AP300 in the United Kingdom. The AP300 is the […]