Member Feature: Tom Dolan, Environmental Manager & FSO, Colonial Terminals, Inc. Member Feature: Tom Dolan, Environmental Manager & FSO, Colonial Terminals, Inc. Loren Eisenlohr / Thursday, December 4, 2025 0 58 Article rating: No rating With nearly two decades in the terminal industry, Tom Dolan supports a wide range of operations at Colonial Terminals in Savannah, drawing on earlier experience in EHS compliance auditing. He emphasizes that understanding how terminals function day-to-day is key to navigating regulatory requirements as they continue to evolve. A long-time ILTA participant, Tom values the annual conference and EGHSS meetings for practical insights and industry connections that help keep operations prepared for what’s ahead. Read more
Member Feature: Ryan Rogers, Manager, Safety & Compliance, ONEOK Member Feature: Ryan Rogers, Manager, Safety & Compliance, ONEOK Loren Eisenlohr / Thursday, November 6, 2025 0 155 Article rating: 5.0 Originally aspiring to be a firefighter, Ryan turned his passion for safety into a dynamic career in the terminal industry. After graduating from Oklahoma State University, he gained diverse experience across multiple refining facilities and discovered his interest in pipelines and terminals through a corporate rotation. Today, he leads ONEOK’s Health and Safety team, championing safety as a Core Value and fostering collaboration, innovation, and purpose across his teams. Read the full interview to explore Ryan’s career journey, key takeaways, and his approach to fostering safety and teamwork. Read more
ILTA Announces 2025–2026 Board of Directors and Welcomes New Leadership ILTA Announces 2025–2026 Board of Directors and Welcomes New Leadership Loren Eisenlohr / Friday, October 24, 2025 0 557 Article rating: No rating 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. Read more
Member Feature: Elias Abrego Aleman, Environmental, Health and Safety Manager, VTTI Member Feature: Elias Abrego Aleman, Environmental, Health and Safety Manager, VTTI Loren Eisenlohr / Friday, October 3, 2025 0 369 Article rating: No rating From answering a newspaper ad at age 25 to becoming a seasoned leader in terminal operations, Elias’s career has been defined by adaptability, mentorship, and a deep commitment to safety and innovation. Reflecting on the industry’s rapid transformation—from paper plans to AI-powered systems—he also highlights one of the most encouraging shifts he’s witnessed: the growing presence of women in technical and leadership roles. Read the full interview to learn more about Elias’s journey, insights, and vision for the future of the terminal industry. Read more
Member Feature: Scott Espey, Senior Safety Specialist of Terminals, Murphy USA Member Feature: Scott Espey, Senior Safety Specialist of Terminals, Murphy USA Loren Eisenlohr / Wednesday, September 3, 2025 0 630 Article rating: No rating From crane operator on the East Coast to Senior Safety Specialist overseeing seven petroleum terminals, Scott Espey’s career journey spans nearly three decades in the terminal industry. In his interview, Scott reflects on the evolution of safety, offers advice for newcomers, and shares how AI may shape the future of operations. Read Scott’s full interview to learn more about his path, his perspective on industry change, and why networking through ILTA has been so valuable. Read more