2007 - Programme
Conference Agenda - 2 & 3 October, 2007
Welcome to StocExpo Asia’s conference and master classes. These sessions will attract terminal operators, producers and suppliers from all over the Asian region. Open discussion will allow participants to debate issues concerning terminal operations, as well as the latest advances in technology. This event provides an ideal forum for conference delegates to learn and discuss new developments and updates in the safe and efficient operation of storage tanks and terminals.
To register your attendance to this leading conference and ensure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to network with peers and colleagues, as well the opportunity to establish new business connections, please use the registration form on this website.
Open to anyone attending StocExpo Asia, delegates may choose to register to either one or both pre-conference workshops, and/or the conference, and take advantage of the in-depth coverage of these intricate subjects. Delegates will also receive a Certificate of Participation confirming their involvement and attendance at these events.
Day One – 2 October, 2007
0900: Day One - General Outlook & Focus on Developments in Asia
Introduction from Conference Chair
Stuart Traver, Principal Advisor - Downstream, Gaffney, Cline & Associates
0910: Keynote Address
General Outlook & Focus on Developments in Asia
- Overview of storage demands in Singapore
- Introduction of Very Large Floating Structure (VLFS) for storage of petrochemical & oil products.
- Update on Jurong Rock Cavern (JRC)
0940: Investing in Storage Capacity in Asia
- Key drivers for storage capacity investments
- Valuation methodologies
- Trends in valuations
- Financing approach to transactions
1010: Downstream Deregulation in Indonesia: Prospective Opportunities & Challenges for Fuel Storage Infrastructure
- The lack of downstream storage capacity in Indonesia as the main barrier to entry for new market entrants
- New market entrants predominately seeking to lease storage rather than to construct their own.
- The creation of a National Fuel Stockpile actively being considered by the Government which may require significant investment in additional storage capacity.
1040: Tea/Coffee Break and Exhibition Showcase
1110: Predicting Storage Capacity Needs & Trends in the Region
- Asian demand & trade
- Quality issues
- Oil market issues
1140: Surviving a Storage Facility Fire
- Preplanning & information gathering
- Training & drills
- Terrorism issues
- Response to the incident
1210: Regional Outlook Panel Discussion
Chaired by John Vautrain, Senior Vice President, Purvin & Gertz
This panel discussion will allow participants and delegates to discuss storage and terminal operations throughout Asia. Delegates will be invited to submit their questions in advance so that the speakers can prepare insightful responses to these questions. Experts from throughout the region will offer their views on market developments and discuss collaboration between the various nations.
1240: Lunch & Exhibition Showcase
1420: Singapore as a Maturing Economy: Challenges & the Way Ahead
- Asian Economies: resilient Singapore Economy
- Changing economic landscape
- Recent credit crunch
- Implication on global demand
- Global liquidity, FX themes & interest rates direction beyond 2007
1450: Drivers for New Storage in Singapore
- Storage capacity trends
- Market implications of new projects
- Role of the independent operator
1520: Tea/Coffee Break and Exhibition Showcase
1550: The Essential Elements for Chain of Custody Options in Regards to the Supply Chain from Production of Sustainable Biomass to end Customer
- The supply & demand of biomass for biofuels/bioenergy
- Sustainability standard for the oil palm industry & certification methodology
- Supply chain verification mechanism requirements & implications for storage & transportation industry
1620: Measurement & the Terminal
- Examination of the relationship between the measurement vendor (manufacture) & truck loading facilities operators
- Discussion of the shared obligation of supplier & user to maximise profitability & eliminate product loss
- Making sound measurement decisions: the need to calculate the economic conditions that impact terminal performance
1650: Closing Notes from Conference Chair
1700: Close of Day One
Day 2 – 3 October 2007
0900: Day Two - Review of Storage Operations & Performance
Introduction from Conference Chair
Andrew East, Director, International Business Development, HMT
0910: Underground Oil/Gas Storage Caverns – Technology, Environmental & Security Benefits
- Development of underground oil storage technology
- Development of underground oil storage caverns in Asia
- Environmental, security & economical benefits from underground storage
0940: Totally Integrated Enterprise Solutions for Terminals
- How long & how well will it take you to know your terminal
- Is your enterprise safe & secure against today’s threats
- Do you have a collaborative work force
- How tightly integrated is your information supply chain
1010: Lightning Protection, an Essential Risk Management Element
- Risk assessment & mitigation.
- Techniques for lightning protection
- Essential points of understanding for earthing, grounding & transient protection
1040: Tea/Coffee Break and Exhibition Showcase
1110: Tank Emission Regulations – Landing Floating Roofs
- Background on emission loss factors
- API research & standards
- Single & multicomponent liquids
- Stable & unstable liquids
- Types of tanks & operational scenarios
- Loss factors for various roof landing situations
1140: Loading Automation - Dream or Nightmare?
- Eliminate the unnecessary information of your terminal automation system
- Challenges of the terminal automation process
- Do’s & don’ts - using real life examples
1210: When is a Tank Gauge Really Working?
- Higher safety demands for tank gauging
- Diagnostics to allow confirmation of process values
- Data transparency becoming reality
1240: Lunch & Exhibition Showcase
1410: Introduction from Conference Chair
1420: Side Entry Mixers - Correct Selection & Installation:
- Will improve product quality & uniformity
- Can maintain maximum storage capacity with increased revenue
- Does reduce expensive cleaning costs
1450: Ceramic Insulation Coatings in the Industrial Environment: What You Need to Know
- What are ceramic insulation coatings & how do they work?
- What are the differences between conventional insulation & ceramic insulation coatings?
- Where can ceramic insulation coatings be used in an industrial environment?
1520: Tea/Coffee Break & Exhibition Showcase
1550: Terminal Management in the 21st century
- Current challenges for terminal managers
- How to get back in control?
- "Smart" IT systems providing essential management information
1620: Marine Loading Vapour Recovery & VOC Emission Limit
- Vapour emissions from vessels
- Recovered product
- Emission levels
1650: Closing Notes from Conference Chair
1700: Close of Conference Day Two
*Please note that speakers and topics are subject to alteration. Please check this page regularly for updates to this programme.
