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An independent terminal, built on trust

We keep Europe's energy moving — safely, transparently and without compromise — from one of the best-connected locations in the Port of Rotterdam.

Our story

Storage is a promise to keep

HES Hartel Tank Terminal was established to give producers, traders and distributors a dependable, independent home for their product at the seaward gateway to Europe. Every barrel we hold represents a commitment — to quality, to timing, and to the trust our customers place in us.

Operating on the Maasvlakte, we combine deep-water access with the discipline of a modern, safety-led organisation. Our people, our procedures and our infrastructure are aligned around a single goal: moving the right product, in the right condition, at the right moment.

An operator walking beside bulk liquid storage tanks and pipelines at the terminal
What we stand for

The principles behind every operation

These values are not posters on a wall — they are how we plan a berth, sign off a transfer and respond when it matters most.

Safety first, always

Nothing ships until it is safe. Our safety culture protects our people, our neighbours and the environment we operate in.

Reliability

Deadlines in the energy trade are absolute. We plan meticulously and deliver consistently, call after call.

Transparency

Independent measurement and clear custody records mean our customers always know exactly what they hold.

Stewardship

We treat soil, water and air as assets in our care, investing to reduce our footprint year on year.

Partnership

We build long-term relationships, solving problems alongside our customers rather than at arm's length.

Continuous improvement

We measure, learn and refine — modernising assets and processes to raise the bar every year.

At a glance

The terminal in numbers

1.3M m³

Independent storage capacity across segregated tank pits.

6 berths

Deep-water jetties handling the largest vessels calling at Rotterdam.

4 modes

Marine, pipeline, rail and road connectivity to Europe.

24/7

Continuous, safety-led operations, every day of the year.

Work with a partner you can rely on

Discover how our location, capacity and people can strengthen your supply chain.

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