petroleum storage terminal inc.

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Bulk Storage of Petroleum Products

The core service of Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. is the provision of aboveground tank storage for petroleum liquids. This includes gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, heating oil, and sometimes crude oil or specialty products. Storage tanks are designed with safety features such as secondary containment, leak detection, and fire protection systems. Customers (refiners, wholesalers, and traders) lease tank capacity to hold product securely until it is ready for delivery to the market.
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Tank Leasing & Capacity Management

The company typically offers short-term and long-term leasing of tank capacity. Customers can rent tanks or portions of tank volume depending on their needs. This service is crucial for companies that import petroleum products or need buffer storage to manage supply and demand fluctuations. Leasing arrangements are flexible, allowing customers to scale up or down based on seasonal demand or market conditions.
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Loading & Unloading Operations

As a port-based operator, Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. most likely provides facilities for loading and unloading petroleum productsacross multiple transport modes:

  • Marine: transfer to and from ships or barges at port berths.

  • Truck: truck loading racks for local and regional distribution.

  • Rail (where available): rail connections for inland shipments.
    This intermodal capability makes the terminal a vital logistics hub for the flow of fuel into and out of the Southern California market.

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Logistics & Distribution Support

Beyond storage, the terminal acts as a logistics partner by coordinating inbound shipments and outbound deliveries. This includes scheduling ship berths, truck arrivals, and possibly rail car placements, ensuring efficient product flow through the facility. By providing this support, the company helps reduce supply chain delays and bottlenecks.
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Quality Control & Laboratory Testing

To maintain fuel integrity, terminals like Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. typically conduct sampling and testing of petroleum products. Tests ensure compliance with industry standards (API, ASTM) for density, sulfur content, volatility, and other quality markers. By offering in-house or partnered lab services, the terminal helps customers safeguard product value and meet regulatory requirements.

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Who we are


Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. (PST) is a privately held corporation specializing in the storage of petroleum products. Founded in 1978, PST’s headquarters are located at 1280 W 12th Street in Long Beach, California. The company operates within the crucial pipeline/terminal and bulk-liquid storage sector, catering to a diverse clientele with varying storage needs. PST offers both short-term and long-term aboveground storage solutions for petroleum products, playing a vital role in the supply chain of this essential commodity.

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Providing storage solutions since 1978
Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. provides a suite of essential midstream services: bulk fuel storage, tank leasing, product handling, quality assurance, compliance, and logistics support. These services collectively make it a crucial link between petroleum producers/refiners and the distributors who deliver fuel to end markets.

Efficient Loading & Distribution Capabilities

Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. provides a suite of essential midstream services: bulk fuel storage, tank leasing, product handling, quality assurance, compliance, and logistics support. These services collectively make it a crucial link between petroleum producers/refiners and the distributors who deliver fuel to end markets.

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Why Choose Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc.?
Customers choose Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. for our experience, prime location, flexible storage, robust safety standards, and customer-first service model. We combine the reliability of a long-standing operator with the adaptability needed in today’s fast-moving energy markets.

Proven Track Record Since 1978

With over four decades in the petroleum storage industry, Petroleum Storage Terminal Inc. offers experience, stability, and trustworthiness. Our long history demonstrates operational reliability and a deep understanding of customer needs in a highly regulated sector.

Flexible Tank Leasing Options

Our customizable leasing arrangements allow customers to scale storage capacity up or down as market conditions change. This flexibility makes us a valuable partner for both steady long-term clients and traders handling spot cargoes.

Comprehensive Storage Solutions

We provide safe and flexible bulk storage for a wide range of petroleum products. Whether customers need short-term buffer capacity or long-term storage contracts, our tank facilities can be tailored to meet fluctuating supply and demand cycles.

Efficient Loading & Distribution Capabilities

Equipped for multi-modal transfers, we enable smooth product movement via truck racks, marine berths, and potentially rail. This connectivity supports both domestic distribution and international trade, minimizing downtime and maximizing logistics efficiency.