Tank Storage and distribution

Where shore meets ocean

Riverlake has extensive experience in tank storage and distribution infrastructure. We support clients across the full lifecycle of terminal development, including associated loading and unloading facilities.

From early-stage planning through to execution and optimisation of existing assets, we work alongside our clients to structure, develop, and deliver operationally sound projects.

Our approach integrates financial, technical, and operational considerations to ensure efficiency, flexibility, and long-term asset performance.

Operating at the intersection of energy flows and logistics infrastructure, we are positioned across key storage and distribution markets globally.

Supporting the development of efficient and resilient tank storage and distribution infrastructure across global energy and logistics markets

Structuring the process

Riverlake structures assignments in a clear project framework, with key milestones defined from inception through to completion.

We are typically involved at the earliest stage, as soon as the concept of a tank terminal begins to take shape, supporting clients in shaping and structuring the development pathway.

Our experience covers the design and development of tanker loading and unloading infrastructure, including jetties, single point mooring (SPM) systems and conventional buoy moorings (CBM), enabling the handling of liquid bulk and gas cargoes in and out of storage terminals.

Various phases necessitate distinct approaches as the objective shifts from one phase to the next. During the initial phase, the focus lies on operational and financial matters to ascertain the project’s feasibility. Once these criteria indicate approval, Riverlake guides and oversees the customer’s project throughout multiple stages of development, always maintaining a firm grasp on the steering wheel.

Project Development Methodology

Riverlake has specifically developed its proprietary Project Development Methodology manual to address the development of liquid bulk storage and the corresponding jetties.

The Project Development Methodology Manual gives a good overview of what is to come.

We are there from the initial phase of the project through a feasibility study. Then the following phases take place; concept definition – financing and permits – tendering – construction – commissioning and finally be in operation.

This is a process that will take several years, a great deal of patience, setbacks, cautious optimism and eventually celebrating when the ribbon can be cut.

At Riverlake, we have experienced all these aspects over and over again. As a result, we are convinced that our customers stand to benefit from this experience when developing a terminal or when acquiring, refurbishing, searching for a new terminal site.