Drones in tank storage: opportunity or threat?

Drones are rapidly becoming a key tool in the tank storage sector, offering new ways to improve safety, efficiency, and data insight. In this episode, Jay Cruz, Vice President of Government Affairs at the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA), explores how drone technology is reshaping terminal operations. We consider: Whether we are past the trial phase for drone technology. Practical examples of how drones can improve safety and security at terminals. Potential security concerns and how they can be addressed. The implications of the Federal Aviation Administration’s proposed beyond visual line of sight rule change for industrial drone operations. And much more. This episode of the Hydrocarbon Engineering Podcast is sponsored by Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine. Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine delivers world-class industry subject matter expertise, unparalleled technical and specification service, and unmatched regional commercial team support to customers around the globe, including in the energy market. The company’s broad portfolio of high-performance coatings and systems – including protective liquid and powder coatings, as well as fire protection coatings – excel at combating corrosion and help customers achieve smarter, time-tested asset protection. For more information, visit protective.sherwin.com .