ILTA: Buckeye Partners Promotes Collaboration

Buckeye Partners, a leading liquid terminals operator, participated in the 50th anniversary edition of the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) trade show. During the event, Meredith Wilson, Buckeye Partners’ Vice President of Sustainability, was interviewed by Inspenet and discussed the company’s commitment to sustainability and its efforts to promote diversity and inclusion within the workforce.

Buckeye Partners in Women in Terminals

The interview began by highlighting ILTA’s “Women in Tanks” event. Ms. Wilson proudly acknowledged Buckeye Partners’ strong representation of women in the industry, with six female employees participating at the conference. She emphasized the company’s dedication to integrating women at all levels, including field operations, leadership positions, and various corporate disciplines. Buckeye Partners also boasts a women’s group designed to foster career development and networking opportunities for its female employees.

Buckeye Partners: Balancing Sustainability with Reliable Storage

Ms. Wilson addressed the misconception that sustainability equates to replacing existing infrastructure. She highlighted the critical role of the terminal industry in providing safe and reliable storage for a variety of products, including traditional and biofuels. Buckeye Partners embraces sustainability by continuously improving operational efficiencies and equipment to minimize its environmental footprint. Additionally, the company collaborates with existing and new customers who are transitioning towards renewable energy sources.

Buckeye Partners takes pride in its long-standing partnership with ILTA. Ms. Wilson, who has been involved with the association for her entire career in the midstream industry, emphasized the value of collaboration within the terminal sector. ILTA provides a platform for companies to share knowledge, navigate regulatory landscapes, and collectively move the industry forward.