ILTA’s Fall Joint Committee Meeting brings terminal professionals together for candid conversations about the issues affecting their facilities and the broader liquid terminal industry. Through expert presentations, Committee roundtables, and peer exchange, attendees will gain practical insights they can take back to their companies.
The meeting will take place September 22–23 at the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile and is open exclusively to employees of ILTA terminal member companies. Both current Committee participants and first-time attendees are encouraged to join us.
The full agenda will be released the week of August 10, but planned topics include:
Environment: PFAS and AFFF transition efforts and evolving air-permitting requirements
Government Affairs: ILTA’s advocacy priorities, the 2026 midterm elections, and emerging energy policy
Health & Safety: Serious injury and fatality prevention and proposed breakout-tank inspection requirements
Security: MTSA cybersecurity requirements and drone restrictions for critical infrastructure facilities
Registration is $375 and includes two days of programming and discussions, a Tuesday evening networking reception, and lunch on both days. A limitedhotel room blockis also available.
The 2026 ILTA Compensation & Benefits Survey is now open exclusively to ILTA terminal member companies.
Conducted by Industry Insights, the survey allows participating companies to compare their compensation levels and benefits practices with others across the terminal industry. The results can provide useful benchmarks to support compensation planning and workforce decisions.
ILTA is now accepting presentation proposals for the 2027 Conference & Trade Show, taking place June 7–9 in Houston, TX. Share practical insights, lessons learned, and proven approaches with professionals from across the liquid terminal industry.
We welcome proposals across a broad range of topics, including:
Environment • Health & Safety • Security • Government Affairs • Leadership • Operations • Engineering • Human Resources • AI
Please note that sales- and marketing-focused proposals will not be considered. Presenters must represent an ILTA terminal member company or a company exhibiting at the ILTA 2027 Trade Show.
Questions can be directed to Christopher Meilink at cmeilink@ilta.org.
You may have seen Elías present The New Work World: How Technology Is Influencing Career Journeys at the ILTA 2026 Conference. Now, learn more about the experiences and perspectives that have shaped his career.
From answering a newspaper ad at age 25 to becoming a seasoned leader in terminal operations, Elías’s journey has been defined by adaptability, mentorship, and a deep commitment to safety and innovation. Reflecting on the industry’s transformation—from paper plans to AI-powered systems—he also highlights one of the most encouraging changes he has witnessed: the growing presence of women in technical and leadership roles.
Read the full interview to learn more about Elías’s journey, insights, and vision for the future of the liquid terminal industry.
Advario has been recognized for its commitment to operational safety after its North American team received the 2026 Safety Excellence Award from the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA).
The annual award, presented by ILTA, the leading industry association representing the bulk liquid terminal sector, recognizes terminal operators that consistently demonstrate outstanding safety performance and maintain high standards in health, safety and operational excellence.
Emerson has introduced a new flameproof model of its Rosemount™ 965 Flame Detector, expanding its capabilities for hazardous-location applications where reliable hydrocarbon flame detection is critical.
The new model combines Emerson’s QuadSense™ technology, factory-calibrated-for-life operation, flexible integration options and rugged enclosure protection to support fire protection strategies tailored to demanding industrial environments.
Andrés Suárez, executive vice president for the Americas at Exolum, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Spain-US Chamber of Commerce, reinforcing the company’s presence within an organization dedicated to strengthening economic and commercial ties between Spain and the United States.
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