Operating at the epicenter of European maritime trade, the TVS Shipping NV Rotterdam Terminal is a vital stronghold in the ARA region. Recognized as Europe’s largest deep-water seaport, this facility is engineered specifically to handle immense volumes of petroleum, biofuels, and petrochemicals. The terminal acts as a critical transshipment and break-bulk hub, allowing mega-vessels to safely discharge before routing product seamlessly via barge, rail, and pipeline deep into the industrial heartland of Germany and Central Europe.
Built for high-volume throughput and absolute product integrity. Review our exact tank configurations, material capabilities, and approved commodity classes below.
Total Capacity: 2,150,000 m³ (CBM)
Number of Tanks: 148
Tank Sizes: Ranging from 2,500 m³ to 100,000 m³ (Showcasing massive crude/fuel holding capability)
Tank Types: Mild Steel, Epoxy/Zinc Coated, and specialized heated/insulated tanks.
Crude Oil & Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO)
Clean Petroleum Products (CPP)
Biofuels & Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Specialty Chemicals & Base Oils
Max Vessel Draft: 22.5 meters (73 feet) - fully capable of accommodating unrestricted VLCCs (Very Large Crude Carriers) and ULCCs.
Berths: 8 ultra-deep-water seagoing berths equipped with high-speed automated loading arms.
Operations: Optimized for rapid Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfers and high-volume vessel lightening.
12 dedicated inland barge berths providing direct, continuous access to the Rhine river network for efficient transit into Germany and Switzerland.
Direct integration with the Rotterdam-Rhine Pipeline (RRP) and local Europoort refinery clusters.
Fully automated truck loading gantries and direct block-train loading facilities connected to the dedicated Betuweroute freight railway.
Upgraded centrifugal pumping infrastructure designed to achieve maximum flow rates for massive crude and fuel discharges, eliminating demurrage.
In-tank and automated in-line blending to meet strict European fuel and chemical grade specifications
State-of-the-art VRUs installed across all maritime and inland loading points to ensure strict compliance with European environmental regulations.
Fully compliant AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) status and extensive bonded storage, providing seamless customs clearance and VAT deferment.
Connect with our ARA regional commercial team to discuss current tank availability, transshipment operations, and custom storage contracts at Europe’s premier port.
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