Project Overview:
The 500,000-barrel crude oil storage tank project in Lavan Island was executed to increase storage capacity and integrate seamlessly with the existing tank system.
This new tank was added to the current set of 7 active tanks in the crude oil storage yard and forms part of the island’s 5-million-barrel storage facility.
The project was implemented under an EPC contract (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction).
Project Details:
Tank Capacity: 500,000  barrels
Diameter: 75  meters
Height: 19.2  meters
Roof Type: Double-floating roof
Auxiliary Equipment: Agitator, fire protection system
Execution Activities:
Engineering (E):
– Approval of basic engineering design and execution of detailed engineering
– Procurement engineering for piping, electrical, civil, structural, architectural, and mechanical components
– Design of instrumentation, safety systems, HVAC, and firefighting systems
Procurement (P):
– Identification and procurement of civil, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation equipment
– Telecommunications systems, firefighting systems, and cathodic protection units
Construction (C):
– Demolition of the old tank foundation and construction of a new foundation
– Construction of the 500,000-barrel tank equipped with advanced control systems
– Laying of supply and discharge pipelines including a 42-inch line and firewater/foam lines
– Installation of electrical systems, voltage distribution, cathodic protection, grounding, and lighting
– Implementation of instrumentation systems including radar-based level measurement and control integration
Key Features:
– Significant increase in crude oil storage capacity on Lavan Island
– Full integration of new tank systems with existing infrastructure
– Enhanced safety and storage efficiency through modern technologies
Challenges:
– Safety management due to the presence of active pipelines and tanks in the surrounding area