This 66-page SGS INSPIRE report provides detailed guidance on transporting ethanol and ethanol-gasoline blends by sea. It covers technical considerations such as tank coatings, pipework, blending methods, and vessel types used for bulk shipment. The report analyzes trade flows, risks of water contamination, material compatibility, and international regulatory requirements. It includes U.S. export trends, key destination markets, infrastructure recommendations, and a checklist for risk management. Appendices feature voyage analysis and ethanol blend specifications by country.
Table of Contents
•Executive Summary
•Introduction
•Ethanol Supply Chain
•Ocean Transport of Bulk Ethanol
•Regulatory and Technical Considerations
•Global Ethanol Trade Flows
•Voyage Analysis (2019–2021)
•Ethanol Blending and Storage
•Material and Equipment Compatibility
•Appendix I: Risk Management Checklist
•Appendix II: Country Regulations for Ethanol Blends
•Appendix III: Voyage Case Studies