ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show Spotlights Industry Momentum, Connection, and Future Talent A renewed sense of energy and purpose defines ILTA’s premier gathering in Houston Loren Eisenlohr / Friday, June 20, 2025 0 159 Article rating: No rating The ILTA 2025 Conference & Trade Show, held June 9–11 in Houston, Texas, welcomed thousands of liquid terminal professionals from all 50 states and several countries for a week of education, networking, and industry celebration. As the largest event focused exclusively on the business and technology of liquid terminals, ILTA 2025 marked a fresh chapter for the association and the sector it serves. Read more
ILTA Publishes Economic Impact Study of Midstream Sector in Louisiana, Highlighting Consequences of Expanded LPSC Jurisdiction to Terminal and Storage Facilities Jay Cruz / Monday, May 12, 2025 0 390 Article rating: No rating On May 12, ILTA, partnering with Acadian Consulting Group, published a comprehensive economic impact study of the midstream sector in Louisiana. Read more
Member Feature: Adam Smith, BWC Terminals Member Feature: Adam Smith, BWC Terminals Loren Eisenlohr / Wednesday, May 7, 2025 0 355 Article rating: No rating With technology transforming terminal operations and new challenges on the horizon, what will the liquid terminal industry look like in the next 5, 10, or even 20 years? Adam Smith, CEO of BWC Terminals, shares his bold vision for the future—where automation, AI, and human expertise work hand in hand to drive safety, efficiency, and growth. In this interview, Adam reflects on his own career journey, lessons in leadership, and why the next generation should be excited about the opportunities ahead. Dive in for an inspiring look at where the industry is headed. Read more
Member Feature: Willie Washington, Senior Specialist - Safety, Organization Excellence, Energy Transfer Member Feature: Willie Washington, Senior Specialist - Safety, Organization Excellence, Energy Transfer Loren Eisenlohr / Wednesday, April 9, 2025 0 430 Article rating: 5.0 With over 25 years of experience in the terminal industry, Willie Washington currently serves as the Senior Specialist – Safety, Organization Excellence for Energy Transfer. His passion for the industry has been the catalyst for his involvement on the ILTA Safety Subcommittee where he advocates for improved safety conditions for the current and future workforce. We got a chance to catch up with Willie to learn more about his path into the terminal industry and how collaboration and safety shape his work every day. Read more
Uncertainty Surrounds Trump EPA’s PFAS Approach Pending New Leadership Jay Cruz / Wednesday, April 9, 2025 0 152 Article rating: No rating The Trump EPA is holding off on making any definitive moves regarding Biden-era PFAS regulations as it awaits the appointment of a new PFAS lead. According to a spokesperson from EPA, the agency will not comment on how the administration intends to address PFAS contamination until the new appointee is in place—though it remains unclear who that will be or when they will begin. This decision signals that PFAS may continue to be a priority, even if the new administration attempts to roll back the landmark CERCLA designation, drinking water rule, and other policies. Read more