CRUDE OIL STORAGE TANK PROJECT

Completed Project Reference – KDT Industry

Introduction: Securing Energy Through Advanced Storage Solutions

The Crude Oil Storage Tank Project represents one of KDT Industry’s most significant contributions to the global energy sector. Crude oil storage is a vital part of the upstream and downstream energy value chain, enabling stable supply, strategic reserves, and uninterrupted refinery operations.

KDT Industry played a pivotal role in this project by designing, fabricating, and installing large-capacity crude oil tanks, auxiliary water and chemical storage systems, and heavy-duty steel infrastructure, ensuring compliance with API, ASME, ISO, and international energy safety standards.

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Project Scope and Objectives

The project aimed to deliver high-capacity crude oil storage tanks capable of handling millions of barrels of oil safely and efficiently. KDT Industry’s objectives included:

• Designing and constructing large-capacity above-ground crude oil storage tanks.
• Delivering secondary containment systems for environmental safety.
• Installing auxiliary water and chemical tanks for firefighting and treatment.
• Manufacturing steel structures for piping racks, walkways, and safety platforms.
• Ensuring compliance with API 650 / API 620 and international oil & gas storage standards.

These contributions ensured the facility could serve as a strategic crude oil hub.

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Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence

Crude oil tanks require specialized engineering due to the risks of flammability, pressure, and environmental exposure. KDT Industry applied advanced expertise to deliver:

• Large-Diameter Storage Tanks: Welded steel tanks designed to handle massive oil volumes.
• Floating Roof Systems: Minimizing vapor emissions and reducing fire risks.
• Protective Linings: Anti-corrosion coatings for long-term durability.
• Water & Chemical Storage Tanks: Supporting firefighting, cooling, and treatment operations.
• Steel Fabrication: Heavy-duty structures for safety, inspection, and maintenance access.
• Compliance: All tanks built under API 650 / API 653 and international oil industry codes.

These solutions ensured safe, efficient, and reliable crude oil storage.

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Challenges and Solutions

The Crude Oil Storage Tank Project required overcoming multiple technical and environmental challenges:

1. High Storage Capacity – Designing tanks capable of storing millions of barrels of oil.
2. Safety Risks – Managing fire hazards, vapor control, and leakage prevention.
3. Environmental Regulations – Compliance with strict international emission and containment standards.
4. Durability – Tanks needed to withstand decades of continuous operation.

KDT Industry’s Solutions:

• Installed floating and fixed roof designs for vapor and emission control.
• Designed secondary containment berms to prevent spills and groundwater contamination.
• Applied multi-layer protective coatings to extend lifespan.
• Integrated fire suppression systems with water tanks and foam delivery networks.

These solutions ensured maximum safety and long-term resilience.

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Contribution to Energy Security and Trade

The Crude Oil Storage Tank Project provides a strategic advantage for energy operators and governments. KDT Industry’s contributions supported:

• Energy Security: Enabling crude reserves for emergencies and supply disruptions.
• Trade Competitiveness: Supporting global oil trading and shipping logistics.
• Operational Efficiency: Ensuring continuous refinery and pipeline operations.
• Economic Growth: Strengthening the region’s role as an energy hub.

This project highlights KDT Industry’s ability to deliver critical oil and gas infrastructure worldwide.

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Sustainability and Long-Term Value

KDT Industry integrated sustainability principles into the crude oil storage project:

• Durable Infrastructure: Long-life tank systems reducing replacement needs.
• Recyclable Steel: Supporting circular economy practices.
• Emission Reduction: Floating roof and vapor recovery technologies.
• Environmental Protection: Secondary containment and spill-prevention measures.

These measures ensure the facility remains a sustainable and reliable asset for decades.

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Why KDT Industry Was Chosen

The project stakeholders selected KDT Industry due to its proven expertise in oil & gas infrastructure. Key reasons included:

• Proven Oil Industry Experience – References in crude, refined product, and LNG tank projects.
• Engineering Reliability – High-capacity designs aligned with global codes.
• Commitment to Safety – Adherence to fire, spill, and emission regulations.
• Trusted Reputation – Recognized globally as a partner in oil storage infrastructure.

This collaboration reinforced KDT Industry’s position as a global leader in oil & gas storage solutions.

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Looking Ahead

The Crude Oil Storage Tank Project is one of the most prestigious energy references in KDT Industry’s portfolio. It demonstrates our ability to deliver innovative, large-scale, and sustainable storage systems that safeguard energy supplies and support global trade.

As demand for strategic oil reserves and energy security grows, KDT Industry is prepared to provide next-generation storage solutions for oil, LNG, and renewable fuels worldwide.

This project strengthens our reputation as a global leader in industrial storage tank engineering.