Independent.
Trusted.
Global.

Vopak Holding Terminals B.V. is one of the world's leading independent terminal operators, providing critical energy storage infrastructure at the most strategically important ports on the planet.

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Vopak Holding Terminals — global energy storage operations
"We secure the world's most critical energy corridors — so trade can flow without interruption."

Incorporated in the Netherlands, Vopak Holding Terminals B.V. operates as a fully independent entity — holding no equity in crude oil producers or end-buyers. This independence guarantees that our terminal services are delivered with impartiality, making us a trusted counterparty for national oil companies, traders, refineries, and financial institutions alike.

Full operational independence

No upstream or downstream equity interests — pure terminal service provider.

Compliance embedded at every level

ISO, ISPS, OVIQ and local regulatory compliance is non-negotiable across all terminals.

Contractual certainty

Tank allocation agreements with clearly defined tenure, pricing benchmarks, and exit terms.

24/7 operational readiness

Round-the-clock operations, emergency response capability and dedicated client liaison at every site.

Four Decades of Reliability

Built on decades of operational excellence at some of the most demanding energy hubs in the world.

1982
Founded in Rotterdam as an independent terminal operator serving ARA region crude traders.
1991
Expansion into Houston Ship Channel. First US Gulf Coast terminal facility opened.
1998
ISO 9001 certification achieved across all terminal facilities. International expansion phase begins.
2004
Fujairah terminal inaugurated. First Middle East facility positioned outside Strait of Hormuz.
2009
Singapore Jurong Island terminal opens. Asia-Pacific coverage now complete.
2015
LNG storage capability added at Rotterdam and Jurong. OVIQ certification achieved at Fujairah.
2019
ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) achieved globally. STS operations launched at Fujairah.
2024
Combined capacity exceeds 4M barrels. 30+ active counterparties across 4 continents.

Our Values

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Integrity in Every Transaction

We operate with complete transparency — clients receive full documentation, inspection reports, and cost breakdowns. No hidden charges, no ambiguity. Every tank allocation is governed by a binding, clearly-structured agreement.

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Safety Without Compromise

Our terminals operate under ISO 45001 occupational safety standards, ISPS maritime security protocols, and continuous environmental monitoring. The safety of our people, clients' cargo, and surrounding communities is paramount.

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Environmental Responsibility

ISO 14001 environmental management is embedded across all four terminal sites. We invest continuously in spill containment, vapour recovery, and emissions reduction — setting the standard for sustainable terminal operations.

Our Operational Approach

From initial request to ongoing operations, every step is designed to give clients certainty, visibility and control.

1 — Commercial Structuring

We begin every engagement by understanding your product, volume, tenure, and delivery requirements. Our commercial team structures bespoke spot or term agreements aligned to your operational and financial objectives.

2 — Tank Allocation & Inspection

Upon agreement, dedicated tank(s) are allocated and independently inspected. Pre-receipt, in-transit and discharge surveys are performed by accredited third-party inspectors to ensure product quality and quantity integrity.

3 — Logistics & Vessel Scheduling

Our operations team coordinates vessel nominations, berth scheduling, customs documentation and port authority liaisons at all four terminals. We support FOB, CIF, DAP and custom Incoterms arrangements.

4 — Compliance & Documentation

End-to-end documentation management — bills of lading, certificates of origin, quality certificates, customs declarations and AML/KYC counterparty verification — delivered to global regulatory standards.

Global Terminal Network

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Rotterdam
Botlek / Europoort · NL
Europe's gateway to global crude and refined product flows. ARA pipeline connected.
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Houston
Ship Channel · TX
Access to US Gulf Coast refining, Permian crude, and transatlantic export lanes.
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Fujairah
Gulf of Oman · UAE
World-class bunkering hub. Bypasses Strait of Hormuz. STS and blending capable.
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Jurong
Jurong Island · SG
Heart of Asia-Pacific petrochemicals. Chemicals, LNG and petroleum product storage.

Our Management Team

Experienced professionals with decades of combined expertise in terminal operations, energy trading, logistics, and compliance.

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Pieter van den Berg
Chief Executive Officer

30+ years in terminal operations and energy infrastructure. Previously VP Operations at a major European port authority. Drives global strategy and institutional partnerships across all four hubs.

Terminal Ops Strategy Infrastructure
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Sarah Al-Rashidi
Chief Commercial Officer

Specialist in Middle East and Asian crude markets. Leads commercial strategy across Fujairah and Jurong terminals. 18+ years structuring term and spot agreements for NOCs and majors.

Energy Trading MENA Markets Structuring
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Marcus J. Hoffman
Chief Operations Officer

20 years leading terminal operations at major US Gulf Coast facilities. Expert in safety, compliance, and throughput optimisation. Oversees Rotterdam and Houston site operations.

HSE Compliance Logistics US Gulf Coast

Ready to Work Together?

Our commercial and operations teams are available to discuss storage requirements, term agreements, and operational specifications at any of our four terminals.

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