Floating storage has become an increasingly important component of global energy and commodity supply chains, providing flexible, scalable storage capacity where land-based infrastructure is constrained or market conditions demand greater agility. From crude oil and petroleum products to LNG, chemicals, and emerging low-carbon fuels, floating storage assets play a vital role in enhancing energy security, supporting trade flows, and optimising supply chain resilience.
ASCELA advises investors, energy companies, terminal operators, commodity traders, and governments on the planning, evaluation, and development of floating storage infrastructure. Combining commercial, financial, maritime, and infrastructure expertise, we help clients assess opportunities, structure investments, and develop commercially viable solutions aligned with evolving market dynamics and energy transition priorities.
Technical, commercial, and operational viability of floating storage solutions across energy, liquid bulk, and commodity supply chains.
Anchorage locations, port connectivity, navigational conditions, and market accessibility to identify optimal storage locations.
Storage capacity requirements based on cargo volumes, market demand, inventory strategies, and trade patterns.
Develop financial models, revenue projections, and investment appraisals to support floating storage investment decisions.
Compliance requirements relating to maritime regulations, environmental standards, and port authority approvals.
Support conversion and deployment planning of storage vessels, FPSOs, FSOs, and other floating storage assets.
Optimise storage utilisation, inventory positioning, and cargo handling practices to maximise operational efficiency.
Design efficient ship-to-ship transfer operations, vessel scheduling, and marine logistics frameworks for seamless cargo movement.
Improve asset productivity through capacity utilisation analysis, throughput enhancement, and operational performance monitoring.
Support chartering strategies, contract structures, tariff frameworks, and commercial negotiations for floating storage assets.
Integrate floating storage solutions within broader maritime, energy, and logistics supply chains to enhance flexibility and resilience.
Establish performance metrics and continuous improvement frameworks to enhance storage efficiency and commercial outcomes.
Implement digital platforms and monitoring systems to provide real-time visibility into storage operations and asset performance.
Evaluate operational, market, environmental, and maritime risks to strengthen resilience and business continuity.
Leverage analytics and condition-monitoring solutions to improve asset reliability and optimise maintenance planning.
Support emissions management, environmental compliance, and sustainable operating practices across floating storage assets.
Develop safety frameworks, emergency preparedness plans, and incident response protocols to mitigate operational risks.
Assess infrastructure and operational requirements for low-carbon fuels, energy transition pathways, and future storage applications.