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Case Study of Acajutla - El Salvador with Each Solution

Redefining efficiency through the integrated implementation of TOS and Procurement Trade Desk (PTD) services in high-complexity Central American trade corridors.

The Challenge

Operating in the Central American corridor of Acajutla (El Salvador) presented a series of unique operational obstacles. Terminal operators faced fragmented procurement systems, manual documentation workflows, and high compliance risks that frequently caused vessel delays and increased operating expenses.

Key bottlenecks included:

  • High volatility in local fuel procurement rates due to lack of real-time market transparency.
  • Manual Terminal Operating Systems (TOS) resulting in 15% discrepancy in inventory tracking.
  • Extended payment settlement cycles averaging 22 days, straining vendor relationships.

The HSO Solution

Strategic Integration of PTD & TOS

HSO Terminals implemented a unified digital infrastructure that bridged the gap between procurement and physical operations.

PTD Desk Implementation

A dedicated Procurement Trade Desk was established to leverage regional volume and negotiate standardized rates for maritime terminals.

Technical Infrastructure & Terminal Specifications

Detailed engineering breakdown and operational capabilities for high-performance maritime oil assets. Verified infrastructure compliant with API 650/653 standards with automated Terminal Operating Systems (TOS).

ASTER POWER – Key Indicators

  • Cumulative Generation:+13M MWh
  • Operating Hours:2.7M hours
  • Thermal Efficiency:9,550 BTU/kWh
  • Operational Availability:97.4%
  • Environmental Incidents:Zero Spills / Zero Exceedances

Acajutla Fuel Terminal

  • Location:1.2 km from Port of Acajutla
  • Storage Capacity:240 kbbls (expandable to 480 kbbls)
  • Tanks:3 (API 650 compliant)
  • Marine Terminal:Panamax capacity (60,000 DWT)
  • Pipelines:18" HFO / 12" Diesel

Project Overview

Operator Cenergica S.A. de C.V. / Nejapa Power
Location Acajutla, Sonsonate, El Salvador
Certification Public Customs Warehouse (DAP) – Cenergica S.A.
Industry Maritime Logistics / Energy
Standards API 650/653 • OCMIF

Verified Performance Results

Safety Record
31 Years
Zero Accidents Operating Safely
Vessels Handled
487
100% Safety Without Incidents
Cargo Discharged
42.2 Mbbs
Zero Failures Flawless Operations
Thermal Efficiency
9,550 BTU/kWh
-1.04% Below Design Baseline
Operational Availability
97.4%
+13M MWh Generated Regionally
Environmental Record
Zero Spills
Cero Derrames 100% Compliance

Fuel Terminal
Acajutla

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We provide loading, storage, handling, and distribution services for petroleum derivatives.

Location
1.2 km from Port of Acajutla

Storage Capacity
240 kbbls (expandable to 480 kbbls)

Tanks
3 Units (API 650 Compliant)

Pipelines
18" HFO / 12" Diesel

Marine Terminal
Panamax Capacity (60,000 DWT)

Permits
Valid Import & Commercialization

Customs Warehouse
Private DAP (240 kbbls)
Safety Record
31 Years
Accident-Free
Discharges
42.2 Mbbs
Faultless
Vessels
487
Without Accidents
Acajutla Fuel Terminal

Picture5 – Acajutla Fuel Terminal

Fuel Storage Tanks

Fuel Storage Tanks – API 650 Compliant

Marine Terminal
Panamax Capacity

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CBM (Conventional Buoy Mooring) – Conventional Buoy Mooring System.

Vessel Capacity
Up to 60,000 DWT (Panamax)

Max Draft
12.8 meters

Max LOA
231 meters

Submarine Pipelines
18" HFO / 12" Diesel

Hose Inspection
OCMIF Guidelines Compliance

Buoy Inspection
Every 3 Years (OCMIF)
Mooring System
CBM
Conventional Buoy Mooring
Vessel Class
Panamax
60,000 DWT Max
CBM Buoy Mooring System

CBM – Conventional Buoy Mooring

Panamax Vessel

Panamax Vessel – 60,000 DWT Capacity

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