ILTA’s work is centered on three strategic pillars that guide how we represent the industry,
communicate its value, and serve our members.
ILTA advances policies that protect and strengthen the liquid terminal industry. We represent our members before policymakers and regulators while promoting the safe and reliable storage of products essential to everyday life.
ILTA raises awareness of the essential role liquid terminals play in critical infrastructure, the global economy, and modern life.
Through communications, education, and industry outreach, we position the industry for continued success.
ILTA connects members with the people, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed. We provide valuable education, relevant information, dedicated support, and opportunities to build relationships across the broader terminal community.
Together, these pillars guide ILTA’s commitment to advocating for the industry, elevating its value, and supporting the people and companies that move it forward.
ILTA and its member companies are committed to providing safe, sustainable, efficient, and reliable storage and logistics services for bulk liquids. The following principles reflect ILTA’s commitment to sustainability and the shared aspirations of its member companies.
Committed to protecting natural resources through sustainable operational practices.
A cleaner tomorrow
fuels brighter possibilities
We embrace our responsibility for environmental stewardship through conservation, responsible resource management, and sustainable business practices.
We believe in using sound water management practices to benefit our surrounding communities, including spill prevention and control measures. While water use at terminal facilities is generally modest, we encourage efficient use, conservation, reuse, and recycling wherever practical.
We strive to maintain air quality for the communities in which we operate. In addition to complying with applicable air emissions requirements, we support the continued evaluation and adoption of technologies and operational practices that enhance emissions monitoring and reduce emissions where practical.
We support policies that encourage innovation, improve energy efficiency, and advance technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining a competitive and resilient liquid terminal industry.
We support a culture of continuous safety improvement with zero injuries as our goal. Protecting the health and safety of employees, contractors, and surrounding communities remains a top priority.
We encourage meaningful engagement with neighboring communities and stakeholders to build trust, strengthen relationships, and promote open communication.
We are committed to creating and attracting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We make employment decisions without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Supporting people, strengthening communities, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
PEOPLE | COMMUNITIES
INCLUSIVE WORKPLACES
Promoting ethical leadership, accountability, and responsible business practices.
Accountability | Ethics
Responsible leadership
We believe it is important to develop and adopt a business code of conduct to promote ethical behavior, regulatory compliance, accountability, and respect for human rights.
We support workplace environments where employees can raise questions or report concerns regarding safe, secure, and responsible operations through appropriate channels without fear of retaliation.
ILTA is committed to supporting these ESG Principles by providing leadership, education, and resources that help member companies advance environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and sound governance across the liquid terminal industry.
