Newsletter

This month’s Member Feature spotlights Pete McHenry, Director of Terminal Operations at Sprague Operating Resources LLC, whose journey from the Coast Guard to the liquid terminal industry reflects a dedication to people, teamwork, and continuous learning. As the recipient of the 2026 ILTA Outstanding Young Professional Award, Pete reflects on the experiences that have shaped his career and the people who make his work meaningful.

On September 23, ILTA joined a coalition of over 30 energy associations on a letter to President Trump urging him to reject calls to ban or otherwise limit the exports of diesel and other products. Please see the letter below.

On Thursday, September 3, ILTA joined a coalition of more than 70 industry organizations and associations in a letter to Speaker Johnson, Senate Majority Leader Thune, House Minority Leader Jeffries, and Senate Minority Leader Schumer, urging Congress to use its Congressional Review Act authority to disapprove of six California rulemakings. Please see the letter below.

This month’s Board Feature spotlights James Hill, Senior Vice President of Operations at BWC Terminals, and his perspective on ILTA’s role in advancing advocacy, safety, workforce development, and operational excellence across the liquid terminal industry.

Read more to learn why James believes active engagement is key to getting the most value from ILTA and how the association can help members navigate the future of terminal operations.

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.