Development of the preliminary design and detailed design for a liquid fuel marine terminal in the Port of Montevideo, led by HIF and Essential Energy in partnership with Grupo RAS. The infrastructure is designed for the receipt (via trucks and railcars), storage, handling, and delivery of fuels to the dock for loading ocean-going vessels, notably including two 20,000 m³ tanks dedicated to Green Diesel.

Scope

• Engineering and Design: Preparation of the preliminary design and final design, surveying, earthwork, construction schedules, and cost estimates.

• Processing and Storage Infrastructure: Design of the rail and truck unloading area (including a maneuvering study), tank farm, pumping systems, underground piping routed to Pier C, spill containment ponds, API pond, and recovery system.

• Support Services and Safety: Electrical and control rooms, drainage and stormwater systems, and fire protection systems specifically designed for the pump room, tanks, and discharge areas.

• Exclusions: Does not include work on Pier C, soil studies, dredging of the bay, ship maneuvering, approval of the rail connection, or the processing of permits with government agencies.

Impact

The project provides the Port of Montevideo with key strategic infrastructure for the export and logistics of next-generation fuels (Green Diesel), strengthening the partnership between global energy developers and local logistics operators. By effectively addressing the safe handling of large volumes, environmental containment systems (API), and fire prevention, the project ensures highly reliable port operations that are aligned with international safety and sustainability standards.