2023 GLOBAL TANK STORAGE AWARDS WINNERS

The 6th Global Tank Storage Awards took place in Rotterdam on 15th March. Over 200 attendees gathered to hear the winners recognised for their excellent contribution to safety, innovation and sustainability in the tank storage sector.

After receiving over 200 entries from across the globe, this year's International Jury shortlisted 80 entries who were running to get their hands on a trophy. 

Check all our winners below! Congratulations everyone!

Emerging Technology


The Emerging Technology Award is given to a cutting-edge technology that allows forward-thinking storage terminals to keep pace with a rapidly changing working environment


Gold

iSensPro: iSens-SDS ATEX moisture and CUI-sensor

Silver

Voliro: Voliro T

Bronze

CLIIN Robotics: CLIIN Tank Cleaning Robot

Environmental Performance


This award goes to the product or technology that serves to protect the environment and/or reduce emissions at the terminal.


Gold

CIRCOR: Houttuin Energy Recovery Control Valve

Silver

TECAM: Electric RTO + VRU for gas venting emissions treatment and hydrocarbon recovery

Bronze

Aquacycl: BioElectrochemical Treatment Technology

Excellence through diversity

This award honours a company or individual who is demonstrating their outstanding commitment to promoting and advancing diversity within the tank storage sector.

Gold

Emerson

Silver

Pallavi Kanhere, CCO, Assai Software Services

Bronze

Vopak WeConnect Foundation

Innovative Technology


The winner of this award will go to a technology/product or service that is revolutionising the tank terminal industry.


Gold

Nordweld: Nordweld Tank Building System

Silver

TWTG: SolidRed

Bronze

Imbibitive Technologies: Imbiber Beads Drain Protection Systems

Outstanding Achievement Award


This award goes to an individual who has gone above and beyond to ensure the success of a company.


Gold

Nicholas Gohl, CFO, HG Storage

Silver

Helena Hjortberg, Manager Solutions for Rosemount Tank Gauging, Emerson

Bronze

Patrick Kulsen, Managing Director, Insights Global

Port of the Future


This award goes to the port or technology that is working hard to prepare for the energy transition, introduce digital initiatives and improve overall port customer service & efficiency.

This award will be decided by votes from the industry as well as input from the Terminal & Port Award Judging Panel.

Gold

North Sea Port, The Netherlands & Belgium

Silver

Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium

Bronze

Port of Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Rising Star Award


This award goes to the person who is already paramount to the success of their company and who has the potential to become a key contributor to the future development of the tank storage industry.

Gold

Guy Curtis, General Manager, EWFM

Silver

Martyn Bazem, North West Technology Lead, Exolum

Bronze

Amy McKeown, Business Development Manager, Re-Gen Robotics

Safety Excellence


The winner of this award will be able to demonstrate an impeccable safety record and will follow best practices to protect the safety of its employees. 

This award will be decided by votes from the industry as well as input from the Terminal & Port Award Judging Panel

Gold

Odfjell Terminals Korea (OTK), South Korea

Silver

ITC Rubis Terminal Antwerp, Belgium

Bronze

GPS Chemoil, UAE

Safety Technology


This product, technology or service adds an additional layer of safety to the terminal and reduces risk to employees and the surrounding area.


Gold

Real Safety: Real Safety Anti-Slip

Silver

ScoutDI: Scout 137 Drone System and Scout Portal

Bronze

CLIIN Robotics: CLIIN Tank Cleaning Robot

Terminal Innovation


The winner of this category will be the terminal that dares to try new technologies and implement best practices to ensure efficient operations and the best customer service.

This award will be decided by votes from the industry as well as input from the Terminal & Port Award Judging Panel.


Gold

ORLEN Unipetrol RPA, Czech Republic

Silver

Rubis Terminal Tepsa Bilbao, Spain

Bronze

Koole Tank Storage Botlek, The Netherlands

Terminal of the Future


This terminal is demonstrating its dedication to preparing for the energy transition and/or working towards reaching net zero. It is flexible to adapt to changing market conditions and has a real focus on sustainability. 

This award will be decided by votes from the industry as well as input from the Terminal Award Judging Panel.


Gold

Advario B.V, The Netherlands

Silver

Euro Tank Terminal, Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Bronze

ACE Terminal Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Terminal Optimisation


This award goes to the software, service, or model that succeeds in optimising, streamlining, or improving the storage terminal.


Gold

Diamond Key International: Omega Digitz

Silver

Smartflow: SaaS Solution for Digital Inspections & Checks

Bronze

Insights Global: Vessel Clearing Tool

Any questions?

Take a look through our FAQs or get in touch with the Awards Team here.


"Getting this award is something to be proud of. It's great recognition for the large team making this terminal transformation possible." 

Andres Suarez, EVP, Exolum