On August 27, 2024, SMH officially launched the expansion project for its hydrocarbon depot, a strategic initiative aimed at increasing national storage capacity. Chaired by Mr. Mohamed Lemine Bowba, Advisor and Acting General Manager of SMH, the project launch meeting brought together SMH’s technical teams, Addax representatives, and the team from the EPCM company contracted by Addax to carry out the project. The project owner’s representative was also present.
During this meeting, the EPCM company gave a comprehensive presentation of the project, outlining the main points of the planned schedule. A site visit then allowed participants to gain a concrete understanding of the project’s location and identify synergies with existing facilities. This expansion will increase the depot’s hydrocarbon storage capacity by 100,000 cubic meters, thanks to the construction of seven new tanks: three for diesel (51 million liters in total), two for fuel oil (34 million liters), one for gasoline (10 million liters), and one for kerosene (5 million liters).
Preliminary HAZOP Study Session for the 100,000 m³ Expansion Project of the SMH Depot
Within the framework of this expansion project, a preliminary hazard and operability study (HAZOP) was held on October 15, 2024, in Senegal. Organized at the initiative of ADDAX, the delegated project owner. This working session brought together engineers from SMH, IPS, EKIUM, ADDAX, and the EPCM company. The main objective was to identify and assess potential risks related to the depot expansion to ensure the safety, reliability, and compliance of the facilities.
Geotechnical Studies Conducted by Magma as Part of the 100,000 Cubic Meter Expansion Project
In addition, geotechnical studies were carried out by Magma for the expansion project. These studies, crucial for the design and construction of the new tanks, made it possible to analyze the characteristics of the soil and subsoil to ensure the stability and safety of the infrastructure.
All of these steps demonstrate SMH’s commitment to carrying out this large-scale project with rigor and professionalism, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the facilities.
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