Fuel storage solutions for marine & offshore industries

Fuel storage systems designed for harsh marine environments.

 
 

From ferries to fisheries and offshore wind farms, OTS Group provides fuel storage solutions fit for the harshest conditions, off and onshore.

Both on and offshore marine environments bring unique challenges to the safe and secure storage of fuel. With damp weather conditions and rough and high tides, the quality of the fuel and the tanks in which it’s stored can easily become compromised via rust and tank corrosion. Our clients know that even the smallest water exposure can be a costly concern as fuel can become quickly contaminated and rendered unusable.

 
Storage tanks for fuel
 

With a wealth of experience behind us in marine environments, our highly experienced engineers understand the unique demands associated with on- and off-shore refuelling stations and have developed tailored solutions to meet each of these. 

Below are just a few bespoke OTS fuel storage solutions fit for marine sites: 

  • Floating fuel storage tanks provide a safe above water level storage solution. Click here to read about the floating fuel pontoon for Wightlink Ferries.

  • Steel bunded tanks help protect fuel against water contamination. 

  • Raised fuel storage tanks on steel girders and tank supports prevent direct water contact and allow for easier and more frequent tank inspections. Look at the Portsmouth Ferry Dock project and Plymouth Fisheries installations to find out more.

  • Tank installations can also be finished with external non corrosive paint to protect tanks for a minimum of 10 years. See the Lowestoft Windfarm refuelling systems installation here as an example of this

No project is too big or small, all sizes of marina and marine businesses are serviced, and OTS’ bunded fuel storage tanks are available in a range of capacities from 10,000L to 150,000L to suit the fuel needs of any site.

How does it work?

When you work with OTS Group, you can be assured of a smooth delivery process. We follow a thorough process to ensure that your project is delivered to the highest of standards.

We pride ourselves on service and attention to detail, meaning that the design and installation of your bespoke fuel storage solution will be project managed from start to finish so that your project is delivered on time, and on budget.

OTS Group knows the harshness that marine environments bring and the fuel concerns that come with these. With these demands in mind, we're proud to offer bespoke fuel storage and dispensing solutions fit for any on and offshore site.

 

  • Our job is to understand exactly what you need. Our brief and site survey process considers EA compliance, Health & Safety and client concerns to help to guide you to the right fuel storage solution. From the initial brief and site survey, we produce a detailed proposal that includes CAD drawings of our suggested tank solution & images of recommended equipment.

  • OTS Group has invested in additional qualified staff and 3D CAD software to enhance our drawing capabilities, from initial site survey and client briefing, we are able to produce 3D conceptual designs that allow a clear understanding of how the fuelling facility looks and the impact on the available space. Our full “turn-key” solution includes Planning Applications as part of the design & planning process.

  • In addition to the manufacture of bunded steel tanks in our Gloucestershire factory, OTS Group’ full “turn-key” solution ensures that any Civil and Electrical Works required to prep the site are covered.

    All OTS Group tanks are designed and built to accord with the Control of Pollution Regulations which require a Design Life Expectancy of 20 years, and OFTEC OFS T200. We provide Conformity Certificates as standard practice.

  • We are tank delivery and installation specialists. When it’s time for installation we work hard to ensure optimal delivery and and installation of the tank, pipework and associated equipment, even in some of the most challenging of environments.

  • At OTS Group, we pride ourselves on service, and we know that a successful delivery isn’t just a ‘set & forget’ affair. That’s why we started TankCare™, an affiliate organisation that deals with all your fuel care and maintenance requirements. We are here to help, from initial installation through 20+ years of operation, to decommission and replacement when the time comes.

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