EFTCO has announced that it will add two new EFTCO codes for tank cleaning stations from next year. These are the E59 - Mixer (agitator/stirrer) cleaning code, which relates to an extra cleaning operation for integrated mixers in a tank container or IBC. Secondly, there is the E73 - Cleaning of CIP Installation code, which involves the cleaning of the CIP cleaning system,... [Read More]

Suttons Group has announced the appointment of Prime Shipping Services as Suttons’ representative in the state of Qatar. Prime Shipping Services is part of the GWC Group, which also operates a tank cleaning facility at the Logistics Village, Qatar. This partnership reflects the company’s commitment to delivering safe and sustainable chemical logistics solutions to... [Read More]

With the supply chain, tank container cleaning depots have a crucial role, combining both the ending and beginning of transport orders for dry bulk, food grades and liquid chemicals. It is the latter of the three segments where serious risks are involved towards health, safety and the environment. To this, the sector is usually regulated with stringent local, national... [Read More]

The Bertschi Group has received its 1,500th DAF vehicle. This new generation DAF 480 FT 4x2 tractor joins the international fleet - ensuring timely chemical distribution across Europe. Drawing from significant experience with the New Generation DAF vehicles, Bertschi selected the DAF XF for its outstanding efficiency, safety and driver comfort. Established in 1956... [Read More]

In the tank cleaning industry accuracy is everything. The tank needs to be cleaned in a specific way and the paperwork needs to be filled in correctly. For the cleaning stations efficiency matters. Every extra minute spent by the station attendant filling forms is a minute away from serving the next client and a minute less spent on the road. Extra minutes spent... [Read More]

Bertschi Group has announced that operations have started at the newly completed Antwerp Zomerweg Terminal (AZT). Strategically located in Europe’s largest integrated chemical cluster, the terminal will be focusing on the storage of dangerous goods (DG) and non-DG products in tank containers and trimodal services by rail, barge and tanker. Located across from Bertschi’s... [Read More]

The cotac Group, as a service network of the HOYER Group, supports the global logistics provider’s integrated services for cleaning, workshops and depots. cotac’s extensive portfolio at the Antwerp site has now been expanded into the coatings area – including for new customers. The company has long years of experience in repairing tanks and technical components... [Read More]

The ECC-ENFIT Cleaning Certificate® and ENFIT HQF Certification, powered by ENFIT GID® and bulkvision Blockchain Cloud technology, are driving digital transformation in tank cleaning - making paper and clipboards obsolete while enhancing safety and transparency. As a global organisation, ENFIT develops comprehensive guidelines and standards for the safe and hygienic... [Read More]

Brenntag has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Stepan for Germany and Austria. Stepan is a major global manufacturer of speciality and intermediate chemicals used in a broad range of industries. This new agreement will enable Brenntag Specialities to further expand its portfolio of high-quality surfactants. The surfactants distributed through this... [Read More]

ENFIT held a successful two-day conference in Brussels that covered a range of topics from transport hygiene to food defence. Around 50 people attended the event at the Sheraton Hotel, next to the city airport, while dozens more joined in online. Tank Cleaning Magazine was also in attendance to cover the various proceedings. The conference kicked off with the organisation’s... [Read More]