The importance of trade associations and industry collaborations

In this episode, we’re joined by Leakhena Swett, President of the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA), and Jay Cruz, Senior Director of Government Affairs and Communications. Leakhena and Jay consider the key role of industry associations and explain how the ILTA advocates for its members. We also discuss the importance of knowledge-sharing and industry collaborations, and how the ILTA can help to facilitate these partnerships in the liquid terminals sector. We also consider how collaborations are likely to evolve as the industry faces increasing regulatory and environmental pressures. This episode of the Hydrocarbon Engineering Podcast is sponsored by Owens Corning FOAMGLAS® cellular glass insulation — an impermeable insulation trusted in high-performing hydrocarbon processing facilities around the globe. Learn more at