What is the transportation of petroleum derivatives?
Petroleum transportation refers to the movement of petroleum products and refinery by-products, such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, jet fuel, bitumen, and diesel fuel, from the production site or refinery to consumption or storage centers.
This type of transportation can be carried out domestically or internationally and usually requires special safety standards and equipment due to its hazardous and flammable nature.
Methods of transporting petroleum derivatives
With special oil and fuel tankers
Suitable for domestic distribution to cities and fuel centers
Rail
With special tanker wagons
Suitable for transporting heavy and bulk cargo between cities or to ports
Sea
With tankers and special ships
Suitable for export or import between countries
Pipeline
The safest and most economical method for high volumes
For transfer from refineries to storage tanks or ports
Characteristics and requirements for transporting petroleum derivatives
- High risk: flammable and explosive
- Use of standard tanker or tank
Comply with safety and environmental standards - Requires trained driver or operator
- Dangerous goods transport documents and permits (ADR for road)