February 5, 2025

Register Now for the Spring 2025 EGHSS Committee Meeting

Register and book your hotel room for ILTA’s Spring Environment, Government, Health and Safety, and Security (EGHSS) meeting March 11-12 in Louisville, KY—sponsored by Kelly Construction.

View the agenda.

ILTA is committed to advocating for the liquid terminal industry, and our committees play a crucial role in keeping us aligned with the industry's top priorities. As deeply engaged tank and terminal professionals, your active involvement is vital to our success, and we sincerely appreciate your insights and contributions.

Save the date for our Fall 2025 EGHSS Committee Meeting: September 30 - October 1 in Denver, CO

Registration Now Open for the ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show

Registration is now open for the ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show: ilta2025.ilta.org 
 
Join over 4,500 industry professionals June 9-11 in Houston, TX for the largest event focused exclusively on the business and technology of liquid terminals. This year’s event features two exceptional keynote speakers: 
 
Carly Fiorina | Chair and CEO, Hewlett-Packard Company (1999-2005) and Bestselling Author 
James Stavridis | 16th Supreme Allied Commander, NATO; Partner and Vice Chair, Global Affairs of The Carlyle Group; New York Times Bestselling Author 
 
In addition to these powerful keynotes, ILTA 2025 offers new and unparalleled networking opportunities, dynamic education sessions, and an expansive trade show floor featuring the latest advancements in liquid terminal technology.  

Click here to learn more, register, and book your hotel room. Registration rates will increase by $20 each week. Register today for the best rate!

ILTA 2025 Trade Show Rebooking

Rebooking for the ILTA 2025 Trade Show is underway! If you have not filled out your application to exhibit, please contact Justin Olson at jolson@thewymancompany.com.

Part Two of the ILTA 2025 Safety Survey and the Platinum Safety Award Application Now Available

Part Two of the ILTA 2025 Safety Survey, an Excel-based survey that is based on U.S. OSHA Forms 300 and 300A, is now available. The ILTA 2025 Platinum Safety Award Application is also open. Click here for all details regarding eligibility and submission.

All required documents should be emailed to safetysurvey@ilta.org by February 28. For questions, contact Christopher Meilink at cmeilink@ilta.org.

The 2024 ILTA Compensation & Benefits Survey Report is Available for Purchase

The 2024 Compensation and Benefits Survey Report provides terminal companies the opportunity to compare their compensation and benefits with industry averages. The report includes compensation figures for a variety of different positions in the terminal industry, as well as information on benefits, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, and different forms of leave.

Terminal members that did not participate in the survey can purchase the report for $200. If you would like to purchase the 2024 ILTA Compensation & Benefits Survey Report, please contact Christopher Meilink at cmeilink@ilta.org.

Nominate a Colleague for the ILTA Outstanding Young Professional Award

Attention all liquid terminal industry professionals! It's time to recognize and celebrate the next generation of leaders in our field. The International Liquid Terminals Association is seeking nominations for the ILTA Outstanding Young Professional Award to be presented at the ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show.

To be eligible, nominees must be under the age of 40 as of June 9, 2025, and employed by an ILTA terminal or supplier member in good standing. This award is an opportunity to acknowledge the achievements and potential of young professionals who are shaping the future of our industry.  

Together, let's celebrate the contributions of these outstanding early-career professionals who are driving our industry forward.  

Please email your nominations, along with a brief explanation of why you are nominating them, to Christopher Meilink at cmeilink@ilta.org. 

Nominate a Colleague for the ILTA Distinguished Service Award

We're calling on all members of the liquid terminal community to nominate deserving colleagues for the ILTA Distinguished Service Award to be awarded at the ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show.  

Do you know someone who has made significant contributions to the industry, demonstrated leadership and innovation, and has a long-standing reputation for integrity and professionalism? Then we want to hear from you!  

The ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show, taking place in Houston June 9-11, is the perfect opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of those who have dedicated themselves to advancing our industry. Submit your nominations now and let's come together to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of those who make our industry great!  

Nominate someone who deserves recognition for their exceptional service to the liquid terminal industry. Please email your nominations, along with a brief explanation of why you are nominating them, to Christopher Meilink at cmeilink@ilta.org. 

Welcome, Rosefield Pipeline!

ILTA and its Board of Directors are pleased to welcome Rosefield Pipeline as a new terminal member. Since joining in early January, Rosefield employees have already actively contributed to ILTA’s advocacy efforts, offering valuable insights into key issues impacting terminals in Louisiana. We look forward to their continued engagement and collaboration within the ILTA community.

ILTA Submits Comments as Part of Coalition on OSHA Heat Injury & Illness Proposed Rulemaking

On January 14, ILTA signed on to a coalition comment letter in response to OSHA’s Heat Injury & Illness Proposed Rule that was announced on August 30, 2024. This coalition represents a diverse group of industries ranging from terminals and manufacturing to retail and food service, indicating the true impact this rule could have on our nation’s workforce.

Headed by Conn Maciel Carey LLP, the comment letter advocates for a flexible, performance-based heat standard that would be reflective of the wide array of workplace environments, increasing the high heat triggers, simplifying monitoring requirements, and excluding indoor environments from the rule. Our goal is to ensure that OSHA creates a regulatory framework that reduces burdensome compliance costs and administrative hurdles that could be detrimental to our industry.

Click here to read the full comment letter. If you have any further questions, reach out to James Privette, Government Affairs & Communications Manager, at jprivette@ilta.org.

Outgoing Biden EPA Defends PFAS Designation Under CERCLA Amidst Trump Administration’s Regulatory Uncertainty

In its final days in office, the Biden EPA released a brief defending its rule designating two PFAS chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under the Superfund law (CERCLA). Biden officials rebutted against industry calls to vacate CERCLA, disputing their contention that it incorrectly demonstrated the danger of the chemicals and that it mishandled the cost analysis conducted for the rule. The rule, finalized in April 2024, indirectly eases regulators' ability to order cleanups and recover costs from contaminated sites. States and other entities have already begun using the rule in legal claims to seek reimbursement for PFAS-related cleanup expenses from the military and other responsible parties.

Despite the Biden EPA’s efforts, it remains uncertain whether the Trump administration will continue to defend the regulation and other PFAS efforts. Litigation challenging the CERCLA designation may be put on hold if President Trump directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to petition the court for a stay while his administration reassesses Biden-era environmental regulations. Notably, the Trump EPA has already withdrawn a Biden-era draft proposal establishing PFAS effluent limits for the chemical manufacturing sector from review by the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Regardless, ILTA will continue to advocate for its members by engaging with the new Congress and administration to highlight key considerations for liquid terminal owners’ liability under CERCLA and the designation’s potential impact. 

President Trump Issues Executive Orders and Other Actions to Implement New Policy Priorities

In his first days in office, President Trump issued a series of executive orders and memoranda aimed at reversing Biden-era policies and advancing his administration’s key priorities. While these actions cover a broad range of issues, several have potential implications for ILTA members and the liquid terminal industry.

Click here for a summary of key executive actions, their impacts, and relevant directives. ILTA will continue to monitor and provide updates on policy changes affecting the industry in the coming months.