Growing Market for ISO Tank Containers in the GCC Melroy Nazareth
Stolt-Nielsen Limited
Stolt s Business: A Leading Provider of Bulk Liquid Storage & Transportation Stolt Tankers Stolthaven Terminals Stolt Tank Containers Operates one of the world s largest & most sophisticated fleets. Over a 150 ships and barges. Equipped with heating & cooling systems. Can safely handle virtually any liquid cargo. Global network of terminals. Provides high quality storage & distribution. Works within an environment of assured quality, safety and environmental protection. Door-to-door transportation services for Bulk-liquid chemicals. Large fleet with over 33000 tanks. Services include specialised tanks. Food-grade products.
Stolt s Business: Additional Specialties Stolt Sea Farm Stolt Bitumen Services Stolt-Nielsen Gas world s most advanced hightech aquaculture companies. Production of premium fish species. Focus on complex biologics. Sophisticated, high-tech cultivation. Bulk bitumen shipping and product supply. Leasing of bitumen containers (20 ft. bulk liquid container) for carriage & storage of bitumen. Transport for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Fleet of eight VLGCs (current). more on order.
INTRODUCTION
History of the Tank Container 1964: First conceptualised & designed by Bob Fossey. 1966: first commercial production occurred. 1967: first tank container ISO standards developed. Early 1970s: container design stabilised in current form and production in quantity established. 1970-2009: production mostly in Europe. 2010-to-present: production mainly in China and South Africa.
Latest Design of an ISO Tank Container
GROWING DEMAND FOR 20 TANK CONTAINERS
Profile : Chemical Production in the Gulf Area *Lowest-cost region for petrochemical production globally. * Exports 80% of output to 80+ countries world-wide. * GCC production expected to grow 5% annually through 2020. * Production expected to jump from 147 MT (2014) to 198.6 MT by 2020. Source : Petrochemical update
Global Tank Fleet by Year 2013 2014 2015 TOTAL OPERATORS 228460 265550 305700 TOTAL LESSORS 150400 176500 195000 SHIPPERS & OTHERS 94800 111200 120120 ESTIMATED MANUFACTURE 39700 42620 48200 DISPOSALS 0-1000 -5000 ESTIMATED GRAND TOTAL 338260 394400 444220 ESTIMATED PERCENTAGE GROWTH 11.7 12 12.6 Source : ITCO
Features SAFE RELIABLE VERSATILE Photo here FLEXIBLE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
Tank Container Cleaning Depots Middle East: UAE 2 in Dubai (with a 3 rd coming on-line soon) Saudi Arabia: 2 in Dammam 2 in Jeddah 1 in Jubail Photo here South Africa: 3 in Durban 3 in Cape Town 2 in Johannesburg 1 in Port Elizabeth
Advantages of Tank Containers vs. Drums & Flexi bags Handling Load/off-load is quick and fast. Reduced need for manpower. Safety Reduced risk of injuries from product spillage and/or vapors. Tanks specifically designed to contain hazardous products: o Thick shell o Protected by frame o Pressure/vacuum relief valves o Insulation
Advantages of Tank Containers vs. Drums & Flexi bags Loss of Product Drums and IBCs can be subject to frequent damage during handling or shipment. Residue in drums & IBCs can add up to substantial amounts very quickly. Contamination Stainless steel tanks cleaned -- and certified as clean -- prior to each load. Drums / IBCs not cleanable.
Advantages of Tank Containers vs. Drums & Flexi bags Cost Save on purchase of new or reconditioned drums/ibc s. Save on palletization. Reduce labor and handling costs to customers. Reduced overall Landing Cost to end customers. Storage Tank containers excellent for mid-term storage. Capacity Significant capacity per shipment advantage over either drums or IBCs : Tank vs. Drums: 6,960 liters (42%) higher capacity per shipment (saves 1 of every 3 shipments) Tanks vs. IBCs: 3,880 liters (20%) higher capacity per shipment (saves 1 of every 5 shipments)
Potential Pitfalls with Tanks Lack of tank handling expertise can lead to damages, loss of product, contamination & accidents. Loading tank container over 95% can lead to leakage. Shipper-owned ISO tank containers with hazardous chemicals first to be shut out (in full-ship scenario). Insufficient number of tank cleaning depots (especially in East & West Africa) increases the costs for transporting empty dirty tanks for cleaning. Shipper and consignees resistance to change.
The Journey of a Tank Container
The Journey of a Tank Container Tank Container movie 3.55 minutes
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