Improve your end-to-end oil and gas logistics and supply chain
Upstream, midstream or downstream, PLG Consulting helps companies to optimize their hydrocarbons supply chain throughout North America and the world.
Our oil and gas logistics and supply chain expertise extends to both the upstream world of production as well as the downstream world of refining and distribution. Our unparalleled thought leadership in this area reflects a deep understanding of oil and gas logistics and the complexities of competing within the dynamic markets of crude oil, natural gas, hydrocarbon gas liquids (HGL), and refined products.
Particularly since the advent of unconventional oil and gas industry production in North America involving US shale plays and Canadian oil sands production, PLG Consulting has been on the leading edge of logistics and supply chain requirements for the entire upstream to downstream value chain.
How we help
Take advantage of PLG Consulting’s decades of unique, real-world expertise in the oil and gas industry. Our deep industry experience assists you in uncovering hidden barriers and untapped opportunities which lead to greater organizational improvements and business growth.
Midstream companies leverage PLG Consulting to best position various transportation infrastructure assets for the handling of:
- crude oil
- liquefied natural gas (LNG)
- propane
- ethane
- refined products
- and other commodities
For transportation companies and logistics service providers, the rapid changes in oil and gas markets over the last several years have presented both challenges and opportunities. Major US railroads, trucking companies, liquid terminal companies, and other service providers have turned to PLG Consulting to provide actionable market insights and intelligence that have helped them capitalize on new opportunities within oil and gas logistics.
Smart upstream logistics and supply chain lead to sustained growth and profitability
For aid developing innovative logistics optimization strategies to deliver drilling supplies to the wellhead, exploration and production (E&P) and oilfield services (OFS), companies turn to PLG Consulting.
One of PLG’s specialties in oilfield services includes a particular focus on the costs and material handling challenges of the frac sand proppant. Our efforts to help clients gain competitive advantage include multiple vertically-integrated frac sand strategies, and consistent with our strength of capabilities, we are often asked to help manage the implementation of those strategies. Our services include:
Tracking and reporting of hydrocarbons by rail
PLG Consulting developed the methodology and is the backbone behind the US government’s Energy Information Administration (EIA) crude, ethanol, NGLs, and petroleum coke (petcoke) by rail reports.
Business Strategies that Eliminate Unnecessary Complexity
Terminal design and optimization
Your one-stop solution for the commercial, operational, and design optimization of both new and existing bulk terminal facilities. For oil and gas logistics, cost-efficient transportation and distribution are crucial to maximizing margins. PLG Consulting helps ensure that terminals and refineries have best-in-class design, operation, and management of oil and gas in-plant logistics and infrastructure.
Environment, health and safety (EH&S) compliance
PLG Consulting advises you on proper documentation, loading and unloading procedures, and equipment specifications for hazardous materials, including crude oil loaded at unit train loading and unloading facilities, ensuring full regulatory OSHA compliance as well as the safety of the general public.
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) due diligence
PLG Consulting’s unique insights and expertise in oil and gas logistics have helped corporate clients in the valuation and risk mitigation of acquisition targets as well as provided post-transaction follow-up support to maximize opportunities for portfolio businesses.
Other services we have provided in the area of
oil and gas logistics include:
Project Examples
Major refining company optimizes their logistics strategy via comprehensive railcar fleet assessment
A major petroleum refiner, producing high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel and specialty lubricant products was looking for a comprehensive railcar fleet assessment to understand opportunities for improved efficiencies and cost reductions. Due...
Leading Permian Basin oil producer develops game-changing approach to frac sand procurement
The client is a leading exploration and production (E&P) company with a top position in the Permian Basin, as well as other North American shale plays and numerous international off-shore/deep-water locations. Following a highly successful Permian...
Major bulk terminals provider positions for growth along hydrocarbon value chain
With surging North American HGL production, this leading provider of bulk terminals wanted to identify the highest/best export market growth opportunities for its facilities. PLG Consulting provided the analysis and strategy to enable the client to...
Major US refinery improves utilization and product velocity
Needing to boost capacity and reliability, this flagship US refinery engaged PLG to assess its outbound supply chain. Using design and operations modeling, PLG Consulting enabled the client to improve throughput velocity better manage its outbound supply chain maximize...
Business process mapping & technology enhancements boost crude gathering operations
With nearly 200 trucks in the field connecting well sites with client’s nearby refinery, PLG Consulting was called upon to develop the right processes and tools to streamline the operation and improve reliability. PLG revamped dispatching...
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