LBC Tank Terminals has approved a final investment decision for Project Rainbow 5 Phase A at its Rotterdam terminal, marking the next stage of the company’s long-term expansion strategy and further strengthening the facility’s role as a key hub for chemical and energy transition products.
The project will add approximately 41,000 cubic meters of storage capacity, increasing the terminal’s total capacity to around 295,000 cubic meters. The expansion follows the successful completion and commissioning of Project Rainbow 3, which included the construction of 36 storage tanks and a rail tank car loading station.
According to the company, Rainbow 3 was delivered while maintaining safe and reliable operations across the active terminal, providing a foundation for future growth and development.
Rainbow 5 Phase A will involve the construction of 14 new storage tanks, replacing older assets with modern infrastructure designed to improve operational flexibility, efficiency and safety. The project will also incorporate sustainability-focused measures, including material reuse and lower-carbon construction practices, building on initiatives implemented during previous expansion phases.
Additional infrastructure developments include the construction of a second central truck loading station to accommodate growing truck traffic and new connections to the terminal’s existing jetty facilities. Commissioning of the project is expected by the end of 2028.
LBC Tank Terminals CEO Frank Erkelens said the investment reflects confidence in the long-term prospects of the Rotterdam market and the company’s commitment to supporting changing customer requirements.
“The approval of Rainbow 5 Phase A marks an important next step in the development of our Rotterdam Terminal,” Erkelens said. “Coming shortly after the successful delivery of Rainbow 3, it reflects our confidence in the long-term outlook for Rotterdam and our commitment to continue investing in infrastructure that supports evolving customer and market needs.”
He added that the project represents one of the first major expansion initiatives undertaken since the company came under the ownership of MOL, highlighting a shared ambition to build on LBC’s established market position.
Robert van der Hoek, commercial manager at the Rotterdam terminal, said the investment demonstrates confidence in continued demand for high-quality storage infrastructure in the region.
The expansion comes as demand grows for the storage and handling of chemicals and products associated with the energy transition. By increasing capacity and modernising infrastructure, LBC aims to strengthen its ability to provide efficient and safe storage solutions while supporting customers’ evolving requirements.
Once completed, Rainbow 5 Phase A is expected to reinforce Rotterdam’s position as one of Europe’s leading chemical and liquid bulk storage hubs, while further enhancing LBC Tank Terminals’ role in supporting global chemical supply chains and emerging energy markets.
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