Newsletter

The International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) submits these comments responding to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the Federal Register on May 06, 2026. 

The American Petroleum Institute (API), the Liquid Energy Pipelines Association (LEPA),2the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), the International Liquid Terminal Association (ILTA), and the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) (collectively, the “Associations”) respectfully submit the following comments in response to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) “Pipeline Safety: Breakout Tank Inspection” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) (Docket No. PHMSA-2025-1271). The Associations welcome the opportunity to comment in this proceeding and commend PHMSA for recognizing the need to modernize pipeline safety regulations.

In this month's Board Feature, Regina Zolnor of MPLX Logistics and Storage Terminals shares her perspective on leadership, industry engagement, and the value of being an active part of the ILTA community.

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.