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From crude oil storage and marine logistics to pipeline operations and oil trading support — Galena Marine Terminal delivers end-to-end petroleum terminal solutions built for the demands of global energy markets.

Crude Storage Marine Logistics Distribution Pipeline Ops Trading Support Blending HSSE Inspection
8Core Services
14M+Barrel Capacity
24/7Operations
7Global Terminals
200+Active Clients
ISOAll Sites Certified
What We Do

Integrated Terminal Services for the Global Energy Industry

Galena terminal operations

Galena Marine Terminal Limited delivers a comprehensive suite of petroleum terminal services designed to meet the complex, time-sensitive demands of international oil trading, refinery supply, and downstream distribution. Our service model is built on three principles: reliability, flexibility, and transparency.

Whether you are an international oil major, an independent trader, a national oil company, or a downstream distributor — our integrated terminal platform provides every service you need from the moment your cargo arrives at our jetty to the moment it departs to its destination market.

Across our seven global terminals, every service is delivered to the same uncompromising standard: ISO 9001-certified quality management, ISO 14001 environmental compliance, and a zero-incident HSSE culture that protects people, assets, and the environment at all times.

Reliability99.6% average operational uptime across all terminals
FlexibilitySpot, short-term, and long-term service agreements
TransparencyReal-time client portal access to cargo data
ComplianceFull regulatory adherence in every jurisdiction
Our Services

Everything Your Cargo Needs

End-to-end solutions across the entire liquid bulk terminal value chain.

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Crude Oil Storage

High-capacity floating roof and fixed roof tank storage designed to handle a full range of crude oil specifications—from light sweet grades to heavy sour blends.

  • Floating and fixed roof tanks — up to 350,000 bbl per tank
  • Automated tank gauging and SCADA monitoring
  • Secondary containment to 110% of tank capacity
  • Temperature management and vapour recovery
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Marine Logistics

Full-service berth and vessel operations for tankers from Handysize to VLCC class — including mooring, cargo arms, pilot coordination, and port authority liaison services.

  • VLCC and Suezmax deepwater berths
  • Load/discharge rates up to 80,000 BPH
  • 24/7 marine operations centre
  • Pilotage and towage coordination
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Product Distribution

Multimodal inland distribution of refined petroleum products via pipeline, tanker truck, rail, and barge — connecting our terminals to refineries, depots, and downstream networks.

  • Dedicated truck loading gantries — 24 lanes
  • Rail siding and wagon loading facilities
  • Inland waterway barge loading
  • Real-time dispatch tracking
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Pipeline Operations

High-capacity pipeline infrastructure linking our tank farms to marine berths, and to connecting third-party distribution and refinery systems — with SCADA-integrated leak detection.

  • 80+ km of proprietary pipeline network
  • Real-time SCADA monitoring and control
  • Automated leak detection systems
  • Third-party pipeline interconnections
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Oil Trading Support

Comprehensive back-office terminal services for crude oil and refined product traders — including cargo scheduling, title transfer facilitation, and independent quantity and quality verification.

  • Cargo scheduling and coordination
  • Title transfer documentation
  • Online cargo management portal
  • Market arbitrage storage facilities
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Blending & Additivation

In-line and circulation blending capabilities to produce custom crude grade specifications, refined product blends, and additivated finished fuels to exact refinery or market requirements.

  • In-line and batch blending systems
  • Additivation to ASTM/EN/IP standards
  • Lab analysis and quality certification
  • Specification matching for refinery intakes
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HSSE & Compliance

Rigorous Health, Safety, Security and Environmental management across all terminal operations — including 24/7 emergency response, environmental monitoring, and full DPR/MARPOL compliance.

  • 24/7 on-site fire and emergency response team
  • ISO 14001 environmental management
  • MARPOL and ISPS Code compliance
  • Contractor pre-qualification and site induction
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Inspection & Measurement

Certified custody transfer metering, independent cargo inspection, and quantity and quality verification services at all entry and exit points — providing legally defensible measurement for commercial transactions.

  • Certified fiscal metering systems
  • Shore tank ullaging and temperature gauging
  • Independent inspector access facilitation
  • CoQ and CoA issuance and archiving
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Management & Operational Excellence

A robust governance framework led by an experienced management team, supported by standardized operating procedures and real-time decision-making systems — ensuring efficiency, accountability, and optimal terminal performance.

  • Strategic leadership and corporate governance oversight
  • Integrated operations management and performance monitoring
  • Workforce planning, training, and competency development
  • Regulatory compliance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
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Crude oil storage tanks aerial view
Service 01
Crude Oil Storage

Bulk Liquid Storage Solutions

Our tank farms are designed and operated to the highest international standards for the safe, secure, and efficient storage of crude oil and refined petroleum products. With combined storage capacity exceeding 14 million barrels across our global network, we provide the scale and flexibility that serious energy market participants demand.

14M+Barrel Capacity
120+Storage Tanks
99.6%Uptime Rate
Floating Roof TanksFor volatile crude grades and gasoline — floating roofs minimise vapour losses and reduce explosion risk, complying with API 650 and EN 14015 standards.
Fixed Roof TanksFor heavier products, fuel oil, and bitumen — fully insulated and heated where required for product integrity.
Automated Gauging & SCADAContinuous real-time inventory management with 24/7 client portal access to tank levels, temperatures, and product data.
Enquire About Storage
Marine logistics tanker berth
Service 02
Marine Services

World-Class Marine Logistics

Our marine terminal operations are engineered for speed, safety, and seamless cargo transfers across all vessel classes. With deep-water berths capable of receiving VLCC-class tankers and a fully staffed 24/7 marine operations centre, we deliver the rapid vessel turnaround times that drive commercial efficiency for our clients.

50+Marine Berths
80KBPH Transfer Rate
VLCCMax Vessel Class
Vessel Reception & MooringFull berth services for all tanker classes — coordinating pilotage, towage, mooring, and customs clearance for smooth vessel arrival and departure.
Ship-to-Shore TransferHigh-capacity marine loading arms and flexible hoses with rapid transfer rates, minimising vessel port time and demurrage costs.
Offshore SPM OperationsSingle Point Mooring buoy operations for deepwater crude oil export and import — suitable for ULCC vessels not able to berth at conventional jetties.
Schedule a Vessel Call
Product distribution fleet
Service 03
Distribution

Multimodal Product Distribution

Galena's distribution infrastructure connects our terminals to the full downstream supply chain — from major refineries and industrial end-users to last-mile retail depot networks. Our multimodal approach ensures your product reaches its destination by the most efficient route, whatever the geography.

24Truck Loading Lanes
80kmPipeline Network
48hTypical Delivery
Road Tanker Loading24-lane automated truck loading gantry with bottom-loading arms, overfill protection, and real-time load management software for maximum throughput.
Rail & Barge DistributionRail siding with wagon loading facilities and inland waterway barge loading for large-volume deliveries to depot and refinery customers.
Pipeline ExportDirect pipeline connections to national transmission networks for seamless large-volume transfers to refinery complexes and connected facilities.
Discuss Distribution Needs
Pipeline operations control
Service 04
Pipeline Services

Pipeline Operations & Management

Galena operates an extensive proprietary pipeline network that forms the circulatory system of our terminal operations — connecting tank farms to marine berths, truck loading facilities, and third-party distribution infrastructure. Every pipeline segment is monitored in real time by our SCADA system, with automated leak detection and emergency shutdown capabilities throughout.

80kmPipeline Total
SCADAReal-Time Control
24/7Monitoring
SCADA-Integrated ControlAll pumps, valves, and metering stations are integrated into a unified SCADA platform providing supervisory control and real-time operational data.
Leak Detection & ESDContinuous pressure and flow monitoring with automated Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems that activate within milliseconds of detecting anomalies.
Third-Party AccessOpen-access pipeline services available to qualified counterparties — subject to capacity availability, technical compatibility assessment, and commercial agreement.
Pipeline Enquiry
Oil trading support operations
Service 05
Trading Services

Oil Trading Support Services

International oil trading demands terminal partners that understand the commercial pressures of the market. Galena's trading support services are built from the ground up to serve traders' needs — from rapid cargo scheduling and title transfer to market arbitrage storage windows and back-to-back vessel scheduling.

200+Active Clients
7Trading Hubs
24/7Desk Support
Cargo Scheduling & CoordinationDedicated commercial operations team managing vessel scheduling, berth allocation, and cargo laycan coordination for maximum efficiency.
Title Transfer FacilitationSecure, documented title transfer services at all terminal locations — supporting back-to-back trades, swap structures, and paper/physical settlement.
Client Cargo Portal24/7 secure online access to real-time cargo data, tank inventory reports, transaction history, and document archives via our digital client portal.
Commercial Enquiry
Blending and quality control laboratory
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Blending Services

Precision Blending & Additivation

Our blending capabilities allow clients to create custom crude grade specifications, finished fuel blends, and additivated products that meet precise refinery intake requirements or international product standards. Inline blending, batch blending, and additive injection systems are available at all major Galena terminal locations.

±0.1%Blend Accuracy
ASTMCertified QC Labs
50+Grades Handled
Inline & Batch BlendingBoth continuous inline and batch tank blending options — enabling precise component ratios for API gravity, sulphur content, viscosity, and other critical product parameters.
Additive InjectionAutomated additive injection systems for cold flow improvers, corrosion inhibitors, lubricity agents, anti-static additives, and detergent packages — to exact ppm specification.
Laboratory AnalysisOn-site ASTM-accredited laboratories providing rapid analysis for API gravity, distillation, flash point, cloud point, viscosity, sulphur content, and water content.
Blending Specifications
How We Work

Our Service Delivery Process

From your initial enquiry to ongoing cargo management — a transparent, reliable process every time.

01

Initial Enquiry

Submit your requirements via our commercial team or client portal. We respond within 24 hours with capacity availability and preliminary terms.

02

Commercial Agreement

Our commercial team structures a storage or service agreement tailored to your volumes, timelines, product specifications, and pricing requirements.

03

Terminal Access Setup

Safety induction, client portal activation, nominated contact assignment, and vessel nomination procedures are established for smooth operations.

04

Cargo Operations

Vessel scheduling, berth allocation, cargo transfers, blending, and distribution — all managed by our 24/7 operations team with real-time client visibility.

05

Reporting & Settlement

Accurate custody transfer statements, CoQ and CoA documentation, and detailed activity reports issued promptly for every cargo movement.

Who We Serve

Industries & Clients We Support

International Oil Majors

Shell, TotalEnergies, bp, ExxonMobil, and global integrated energy companies — requiring high-reliability, compliant terminal infrastructure at key global hubs.

Independent Oil Traders

Vitol, Trafigura, Gunvor, Mercuria, and independent commodity trading houses — needing flexible, fast-response storage and cargo logistics solutions.

National Oil Companies

U.S.-based and international state-owned oil producers—including major national oil companies—rely on our Houston, Texas terminal for sovereign-grade security, operational reliability, and assured storage capacity for strategic petroleum reserves.

Refineries & Petrochemicals

Refinery operators and petrochemical manufacturers — requiring precision crude supply logistics, feedstock storage, and specification blending services.

Shipping & Bunkering

Bunker fuel suppliers, shipowners, and fleet operators — requiring compliant marine fuel storage, blending, and delivery at major global bunkering hubs.

Downstream Distributors

Petroleum product marketing companies, depot operators, and retail fuel distributors — requiring efficient loading facilities and reliable product supply chains.

Private Equity & Investment

Infrastructure funds, sovereign wealth funds, and energy-focused investors — requiring secure, long-duration strategic petroleum reserve storage and asset custody.

Government & Strategic Reserves

Energy ministries and strategic petroleum reserve agencies — requiring certified secure storage for national emergency oil reserves with independent oversight.

Our Standards

Certified to the Highest Standards

Every service we deliver is underpinned by a rigorous framework of international certifications, regulatory compliance, and quality management systems. Our accreditations are not just credentials — they are the operational backbone of everything we do.

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management System — certified across all terminal operations, maintenance, and service delivery processes globally.

Quality Management

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental Management System — certified to the highest international standard across all global terminal sites.

Environmental

OHSAS 18001

Occupational Health & Safety Management System — demonstrating our commitment to protecting every person who works with or at our terminals.

Health & Safety

MARPOL Compliance

Full compliance with the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships — enforced at all marine terminal facilities.

Marine Regulation
Galena terminal quality and safety operations
Client Feedback

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★
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Galena's Rotterdam terminal has been our primary ARA storage hub for four years. Their operational reliability, documentation standards, and commercial flexibility are genuinely best-in-class. We've reduced our demurrage costs by over 30% since partnering with them.

JM
James MitchellVP Operations, Global Trading House — London
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The quality of Galena's blending and inspection services at their Fujairah terminal is exceptional. Our refinery receives product consistently within tight API and sulphur specification windows. Their on-site lab turnaround times are impressive.

AK
Ahmed Al-KhatibSupply Chain Director, MENA Refinery Group — Dubai
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We use Galena's Houston terminal for our Gulf Coast crude import programme. The jetty team is professional, the paperwork is always accurate, and their client portal gives us real-time visibility that genuinely adds value to our trading operations.

SR
Sarah ReynoldsCrude Oil Trading Manager, Major IOC — Houston
Why choose Galena Marine Terminal
Why Galena

Why Choose Galena Marine Terminal?

In a market where reliability is everything and mistakes cost millions, our clients choose Galena for one simple reason — we deliver exactly what we promise, every time.

99.6% Operational Uptime Our infrastructure is engineered and maintained for maximum availability. Unplanned outages at our terminals are exceptionally rare — and when issues do occur, our maintenance teams resolve them within hours, not days.
Zero-Incident Safety Culture Safety is not a regulatory obligation at Galena — it is the core principle that governs every operational decision. Our TRIR consistently outperforms industry benchmarks.
Commercial Flexibility We understand that market conditions change. Our storage and service agreements are structured for flexibility — with short-term spot, medium-term, and long-term throughput contracts all available at competitive rates.
Digital Client Portal Our proprietary client portal gives you 24/7 real-time access to tank inventory, cargo movements, and transaction documentation — from any device, anywhere in the world.
Global Network, Local Expertise Seven terminals across four continents — each staffed by teams with deep local market knowledge, regulatory expertise, and language capabilities that global traders and producers require.
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