Chane Terminal Botlek completes major infrastructure upgrade for base oil logistics

Chane Terminal Botlek has successfully completed a significant infrastructure upgrade to support the enhanced storage, handling, and logistics of base oils for a key customer. Central to the development is the modernised tank pit 16, purpose-built to deliver greater speed, safety, and operational efficiency.

The upgrade includes the integration of five new base oil grades, the installation of six dedicated pipelines to the jetties, and the addition of extra pumps to streamline transfer processes. A key highlight of the project is the newly constructed truck loading station, featuring advanced capabilities that mark a new benchmark in terminal operations.

Loading bay 17 now showcases state-of-the-art technologies, including automatic license plate recognition, illuminated smart loading arms, and seamless data connectivity through Chane’s terminal management system. These features enable simultaneous loading of up to three trucks, delivering a faster, smarter, and more error-free operation.

Remy Kostense, senior improvement engineer at Chane, emphasised the collaborative nature of the project: “The best part of this upgrade has been the teamwork – both with the customer and across our internal teams. From the initial design to day-to-day operation, the impact of this collaboration is immediately visible. By involving Chane professionals on site from the very beginning, we ensure that systems are not only implemented effectively, but also supported and operated smoothly from day one. We are proud of the results and encouraged by the positive feedback we’ve received from our customer and operational teams.”

With this upgrade, Chane Terminal Botlek reinforces its commitment to delivering high-performance, future-ready logistics solutions for the base oil industry.

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