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Terminal Services

Rapidly developing technology and the need to continually control costs have resulted in radical changes in the manner that terminal installations are being operated.

At an increasing number of locations, it is no longer economically acceptable to maintain, on a 24-hour/365-day basis, a level of personnel to cover every operational requirement or eventuality. Outsourcing, contracting in, or contracting out are options for operators of terminal plants and installations to optimize the operational efficiency of their business.

SGS has the qualified staff to assist clients with manning problems and as a result, has developed a comprehensive service in providing expertise to operate terminals.

SGS Terminal Services

  • Loading and discharging of seagoing vessels and barges:
    • Positioning of the ship
    • Port control and vessel scheduling and berthing
    • Lining up of the transfer piping circuit
    • Preparation of firefighting resources
    • Protection of access routes to the jetty and other areas
    • Hose connection and jetty manning
    • Safety checklist preparation
  • Loading and discharging of tank trucks and rail tank cars
    • Handling at loading stations
    • Lining up of piping circuits
    • In-line blending according to requirements
    • Issuance of shipping notes
    • Inventory management
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