A Significant Safety Milestone for Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center

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Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center (EIEC) in South Texas has reached a significant safety milestone, successfully loading its 500th Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) without incident. This achievement underscores EIEC's commitment to safety and its role as America's largest crude oil export terminal by volume, managing approximately 25% of U.S. Gulf Coast crude exports annually. This milestone was made possible through collaboration with partners such as SR Trident and Signet Maritime, which contribute to the terminal's operational efficiency and safety. The EIEC can load two VLCCs simultaneously, enhancing its strategic position in global energy security and reducing shipping emissions.

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• EIEC loaded its 500th VLCC without any incidents, highlighting its strong safety record.
• The terminal handles about 25% of U.S. Gulf Coast crude exports each year, marking it as a significant player in the oil export market.
• EIEC's capacity to load two VLCCs simultaneously boosts operational efficiency.
• Partnerships with SR Trident and Signet Maritime enhance maintenance, safety, and operational capabilities.
• The terminal's strategic location near open water and shipping lanes optimizes logistics and reduces emissions.

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• The PR did not provide specific financial data, such as revenue or profit changes, making it difficult to assess economic impact.
• There is no mention of any new business development or diversification efforts, indicating potential stagnation.

Enbridge oil export facility in South Texas reaches 500 Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC) loaded without incident

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 22, 2024 / It's a "very large" milestone.

And a very impressive safety achievement, to boot.

On Sunday, the Amphion supertanker left the dock at the Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center (EIEC) near Corpus Christi, Texas-marking the 500^th safe loading of a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) at North America's premier oil export terminal.

The EIEC is America's largest crude oil export terminal by volume, loading about 25% of all U.S. Gulf Coast exports every year, and is the first terminal in the U.S. to load 500 VLCCs.

Above all, though, on the way to 500, safety has always been Priority One.

"At the EIEC, we all understand the importance in what we do, and that we have an obligation to each other's families, our customers, our neighbors, and the environment to operate in a safe and responsible manner," says Joey Franco, supervisor of EIEC operations.

VLCCs, which can carry up to 2.2 million barrels of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) product, are responsible for most crude oil shipments around the globe. The EIEC, which can load two VLCCs simultaneously, is strategically located-with proximity to open water and international shipping lanes to enhance efficiencies and reduce shipping emissions.

And given the renewed focus on global energy security in recent years, the EIEC is a lynchpin of Enbridge's commitment to provide secure, sustainable and responsibly sourced North American energy around the world.

"Safety is our number one guiding principle. Our goal is to ensure that we practice safety 24/7 in all that we do," notes Brandi Rogers, supervisor of scheduling operations at EIEC. "Loading 500 Very Large Crude Carriers without incident requires the teamwork of the 70-plus people who work at the facility in collaboration with some incredible area partners."

Those partners include Gregory-TX-based SR Trident, which provides terminal and pipeline maintenance at EIEC, and Signet Maritime, which provides tugboat escorts for VLCCs and Suezmax vessels in and out of Ingleside harbor for an added layer of safety.

Says SR Trident CEO Ryan Berthold: "As a resident who was born and raised in San Patricio, I take special interest in seeing our local economy prosper from having incredible companies like Enbridge operate in the Coastal Bend. Our partnership with Enbridge has paid off over the years because we both believe that people are our most important assets, and therefore health and safety are always a top priority."

Remarks Capt. Joshua Macklin, Signet Maritime's general manager: "Providing state-of-the-art, technologically advanced equipment designed for multi-disciplinary work, and ongoing training for our mariners, has earned Signet the highest certifications available for the marine transportation industry. We congratulate EIEC on achieving this significant safety milestone benefiting all stakeholders in the Coastal Bend community."

The Amphion supertanker, owned by Capital Ship Management Corp., shown here at the Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center on April 13, 2024, became the 500th Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) safely loaded at the EIEC

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FAQ

What milestone did Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center achieve in May 2024?

Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center achieved the milestone of safely loading its 500th Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) without incident.

How much of U.S. Gulf Coast crude exports does the Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center handle?

The Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center handles about 25% of U.S. Gulf Coast crude exports annually.

What safety record did the Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center achieve?

The Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center achieved a safety record of loading 500 VLCCs without any incidents.

What operational capacity does the Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center have?

The Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center can load two VLCCs simultaneously.

Who are the partners contributing to the safety and operations of Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center?

The partners include SR Trident, which provides terminal and pipeline maintenance, and Signet Maritime, which offers tugboat escort services.