For decades, SOLIFLO has been a trusted partner for terminals and depots across the sub-Saharan region, initially focusing on supplying loading arms and safe tanker access systems. However, as the industry evolved, so did SOLIFLO. Today, the company offers fully integrated systems encompassing flow metering, additive and blending solutions, as well as vapour recovery and destruction solutions. Moreover, SOLIFLO actively collaborates with oil companies and operators to elevate their tank and terminal storage facilities to international standards.
Phil Dawson, director at SOLIFLO, highlights the company’s recent advancements, stating, “Great strides are also being made in automated terminal management and in-transit monitoring and tracking of product.” He further notes SOLIFLO’s successful completion of the first of many terminal automation and additive systems for a major European company operating in East Africa.
Reflecting on the industry landscape, Dawson acknowledges the challenges posed by outdated infrastructure and underinvestment. However, he expresses optimism about the sector’s growth potential, particularly in light of declining refining capacity and the departure of oil majors from the continent. Dawson emphasises SOLIFLO’s commitment to driving transformation and improvement within the industry.
In the South African context, SOLIFLO has established strong partnerships with key players in the oil industry, including BP Southern Africa, Astron Energy, Engen Petroleum, PetroSA, Sasol Oil, Shell South Africa, TotalEnergies South Africa, Vopak, Bidvest Tank Terminals, and Oiltanking. Dawson underscores SOLIFLO’s role in providing comprehensive solutions that not only meet operational needs but also address environmental and sustainability challenges.
Despite the confidentiality requirements imposed by client agreements, Dawson hints at SOLIFLO’s involvement in significant projects, highlighting the company’s recent success in securing a substantial petroleum industry tender.
SOLIFLO’s commitment to service excellence is evident through its locally and internationally trained technical service team members, who boast extensive experience in the fuel, chemical, loading, and unloading sectors. Dawson notes that these teams are in high demand, both domestically and internationally, for global project management work, including the assembly, installation, and commissioning of marine loading arms.
As a frontrunner in liquid control and tank loading and unloading in Africa, SOLIFLO continues to lead the industry through innovation, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.
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