Government Affairs Brief

WASHINGTON, DC (July 1, 2026) – The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) is pleased to announce that Harold Laurence, P.E., has joined the ILTA team as Director of Industry Affairs and Education.

Laurence joins ILTA after more than five years as the Association's trusted technical resource on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) air emissions matters. Since 2012, he has consulted for the fuels and terminal industries on air permitting, standards, compliance, and enforcement matters.

HOUSTON, Texas (June 15, 2026) – The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) kicked off its 2026 Conference & Trade Show by honoring industry leaders and recognizing safety excellence during its annual Safety & Leadership Awards presentation at the Marriott Marquis Houston.

The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) has been approved as an IACET Accredited Provider, effective February 1, 2026. This accreditation recognizes ILTA’s commitment to delivering high-quality continuing education and training programs that meet nationally recognized standards.

TAMPA, FL (October 24, 2025) — The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) is pleased to announce its 2025–2026 Board of Directors, officially voted in by the membership and approved at ILTA’s Annual Membership Meeting held October 23 in Tampa, Florida. The new Board will serve from October 2025 through Fall 2026 and will guide the Association’s strategic direction as it continues to advance the interests of the liquid terminal industry.

The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) proudly recognized outstanding individuals and companies during the ILTA 2025 Safety & Leadership Awards Breakfast, held Tuesday, June 10 as part of the ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show in Houston, Texas.