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BQCIS — Tank Terminal Oversight

Independent supervision of liquid bulk terminals to safeguard custody, safety, and compliance

Tank terminals are at the heart of global petroleum, petrochemical, and chemical trade.
They handle custody transfers, blending operations, and bonded storage — making oversight essential
to prevent disputes, leaks, and operational risks.
BQCIS provides independent supervision across terminals worldwide,
ensuring custody reconciliation, safety compliance, and transparent reporting.

Custody Transfer Supervision

  • Independent gauging of shore tanks before and after transfers.
  • Validation of meter readings, calibration charts, and strapping tables.
  • Pipeline displacement checks to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Reports issued with QR-secured certificates.

HSSE Oversight

  • Mandatory compliance with ISO 45001 protocols for safe operations.
  • Verification of permits-to-work for tank entry, confined spaces, and hot work.
  • Emergency drills and firefighting equipment checks aligned with NFPA standards.

Quality & Blending Control

  • Witnessing of product blending to ensure compliance with agreed specs.
  • Sampling and testing aligned with ASTM and ISO methods.
  • Custody-sealed sample storage for dispute prevention.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Daily terminal reports covering tank inventory, movements, and variances.
  • Dispute-ready certificates consolidated in the Client Portal.
  • Audit trails aligned with ISO 9001 for traceability.

Case Study: Tank Terminal Shortage Dispute

A 35,000 MT gasoline cargo showed a variance of -0.7% between bill of lading and terminal inventory.
BQCIS oversight identified calibration errors in one of the shore tanks, preventing escalation to arbitration.
Result: USD 1.2M in potential claims avoided and counterparties cleared for final settlement.
See more in our Case Studies.

Compliance & Standards References

  • ISO Standards — Custody transfer, HSSE, and blending
  • ASTM Protocols — Sampling, calibration, gauging
  • NFPA Guidelines — Fire safety and emergency response
  • QR Certificates — Verified reporting
  • BQCIS Client Portal — Terminal logs & certificates

Why Choose Us ?

Trusted Quality Control for Complex Supply Chains

BQCIS supports producers, traders, brands, and operators in verifying quality, safety, and compliance at every stage—from extraction and processing to final retail delivery.

Our integrated team of field inspectors, lab analysts, and auditors ensures thorough oversight, all coordinated through a secure client portal for scheduling, data access, and certificate verification.

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