ILTA and Ergon Inc. Host Representative Bennie Thompson in Vicksburg, MS ILTA and Ergon Inc. Host Representative Bennie Thompson in Vicksburg, MS Jay Cruz / Wednesday, August 27, 2025 0 664 Article rating: No rating On August 25, ILTA and Ergon Inc. were delighted to host Representative Bennie Thompson (D-MS-2) at Ergon's Marine & Industrial Supply and Refining facilities in Vicksburg, MS. Congressman Thompson, who has represented western Mississippi since 1993, currently serves as the Ranking Member on the House Homeland Security Committee.ILTA and Ergon used the opportunity to not only highlight the impact of Ergon both within Mississippi and around the world, but the wider industry's reliance on PFAS-based firefighting foams in facility safety as well. Read more
Member Feature: Jeri George, Senior Director, Human Resources, Howard Energy Partners Member Feature: Jeri George, Senior Director, Human Resources, Howard Energy Partners Loren Eisenlohr / Wednesday, August 6, 2025 0 823 Article rating: No rating With a career that spans multiple industries, Jeri George, Senior Director of HR at Howard Energy Partners, shares what sparked her interest in the terminal sector and how people strategy can be a powerful driver of business success. In this interview, Jeri discusses the evolving role of HR, the importance of aligning people and purpose, and the opportunities ahead for talent development in a changing industry. Read on to learn her insights on workforce trends, advice for newcomers, and the value of bringing a people-first perspective to terminal operations. Read more
ILTA Continues Advocacy on Gasoline Distribution and NSPS Subpart Kc Final Rules Article provided by Harold Laurence, Principal Consultant & SME - Storage Tanks and Fuels/Liquids Logistics for Trinity Consultants Jay Cruz / Wednesday, July 30, 2025 0 1014 Article rating: No rating On July 16, ILTA joined API and AFPM in a key meeting with EPA to push for critical changes to the 2024 Gasoline Distribution and NSPS Subpart Kc final rules. While meaningful progress is underway—including potential relief on VCU/VRU requirements and slotted guidepole concerns—questions remain around timing and the May 2027 compliance deadline. ILTA is actively working to ensure that needed regulatory clarity arrives before members face costly compliance decisions. Read more
Member Feature: Marissa Karl, Manager, Vaper Control Services, Buckeye Partners Member Feature: Marissa Karl, Manager, Vaper Control Services, Buckeye Partners Loren Eisenlohr / Wednesday, July 9, 2025 0 802 Article rating: No rating Marissa Karl, Manager of Vapor Control Services at Buckeye Partners and ILTA’s 2025 Outstanding Young Professional Award recipient, is bringing curiosity, technical insight, and a collaborative spirit to the terminal industry. From co-authoring a white paper that helped shape new equipment designs to supporting industry-wide regulatory initiatives, Marissa is making her mark. Learn how she got her start, what keeps her inspired, and why she believes this industry offers some of the best opportunities for growth. Read more
Government Affairs Subcommittee: Advancing Industry through Advocacy Loren Eisenlohr / Wednesday, June 25, 2025 0 988 Article rating: No rating ILTA’s Government Affairs Subcommittee drives our advocacy efforts by shaping policy priorities, engaging with regulators, and amplifying the voice of terminal operators in Washington and beyond. To ensure your company’s perspective is represented, we encourage every terminal member company to designate a representative—contact James Privette at jprivette@ilta.org to get involved. Read more