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Hodges has more than 35 years of experience providing financial, commercial, and operational leadership and governance across the energy value chain. She is a former executive vice president of supply, trading, and logistics for Motiva Enterprises, where she was responsible for overseeing the safe operation and optimization of the company’s midstream assets and integrated supply and trading business. Hodges currently serves as a board member for PBF Energy and Natural Gas Services Group, in addition to BWC Terminals.

“Assuming the role of chair is an incredible honor,” Hodges said. “BWC Terminals is an innovative leader in the industry, with a team that is deeply committed to providing the highest level of stewardship for its customers’ products. Like BWC’s leadership team, we have a strong board with diverse skill sets that is excited to support the company’s mission and future growth. I am excited to be part of it.”

“Georganne’s understanding of our business and her strategic insights are valuable assets to BWC Terminals, making her a highly effective chair,” said Adam Smith, President and CEO of BWC Terminals. “We appreciate her dedication and look forward to our continued collaboration.”

Smith further stated, “We are also grateful for Randy’s experience and leadership. Thank you, Randy, for guiding BWC Terminals and helping us grow. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors.”

Also, recently appointed to the board are two new members, Sharon Beemer and John Janes.

Beemer is an experienced executive with a strong background in the energy sector, focusing on managing profit and loss operations, optimizing assets, and driving business growth. With more than thirty years of experience in global and Fortune 500 companies, she has shown exceptional leadership in areas such as energy supply, marketing, trading, and logistics. Beemer is a former senior vice president and managing director of the Southern Region Americas for Vopak and has a proven track record of achieving strong financial results and leading strategic initiatives, including significant divestitures and expansion of facilities. In addition to BWC Terminals, she is a member of the Executive Advisory Council – Port of Houston Partner in Maritime Education (PHPME) and serves as board member for Rice University Business Partners Board.

John Janes served as the president and chief executive officer of Associated Asphalt, bringing over 30 years of experience in energy markets. He has a proven track record with mergers and acquisitions, supply procurement, developing customer-oriented solutions, managing storage and logistics infrastructure, and leading organizations. John is a former chair of the Asphalt Institute. Before joining Associated Asphalt, he held senior management positions with Koch Materials, a subsidiary of Koch Industries.

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About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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The Star certification is the highest level of recognition within OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program. It acknowledges workplaces that have demonstrated exceptional achievement in preventing and controlling occupational safety and health hazards. VPP Star sites have implemented and continuously improved effective safety and health management systems, resulting in injury and illness rates below the national average.

The VPP certification process is rigorous and thorough, involving detailed evaluations and on-site audits by OSHA experts, along with extensive employee surveys to ensure a strong safety-first culture. VPP participants are re-evaluated every three to five years to remain in the program.

BWC’s Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policy is fundamental to the sustainability of the company’s operations. Its systems, policies, and procedures address both routine and emergency situations to effectively manage risks, threats, and incidents. Safety is integrated into the company culture through ongoing training and the empowerment of employees, and it is reinforced by management to achieve industry-leading results.

Said BWC Terminals CEO Adam Smith, “We are incredibly proud to receive the VPP Star certification for our Grays Harbor facility. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, who prioritize safety and maintain a healthy workplace for all our employees and key stakeholders across every aspect of our operations.”

BWC’s successful VPP Star certification underscores the company’s long-standing commitment to safety. In the last month alone, BWC received two other safety accolades, including the national AEU Safety Award and the International Liquid Terminals Association Safety Excellence Award.

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About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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Founded in 1974, the ILTA represents more than 85 companies operating liquid terminals in all 50 states and in over 40 countries. ILTA members’ facilities provide critical links between all modes of transportation for liquid commodities, such as petroleum products, chemicals, renewable fuels, crude oil, fertilizer, vegetable oils and other food-grade materials that are central to the U.S. economy.

BWC’s Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policy is essential for the sustainability of its operations. The company has established comprehensive systems, policies, and procedures to manage both routine and emergency situations, effectively addressing risks, threats, and incidents. Safety is a fundamental part of the company culture, reinforced by continuous employee training that promotes principles aimed at achieving industry-leading safety results.

“Safety is not merely a priority; it is a fundamental value at BWC Terminals. This achievement reflects the commitment and effort of our entire team, and we will keep promoting a culture of safety in all our endeavors,” said Adam Smith, president and CEO, BWC Terminals. “We are truly privileged to be awarded the 2025 ILTA Safety Excellence Award. This acknowledgment underscores our steadfast dedication to ensuring a safe workplace for all our employees and key stakeholders.”

To receive the 2025 ILTA Safety Excellence Award, companies were required to score in the top two quartiles for both the 23-question self-assessment survey on leading indicators and the lagging indicator survey based on OSHA Form 300A.

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About BWC Terminals
BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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HOUSTON (May 8, 2025) – BWC Terminals (BWC) today announced that it has been awarded a 2024 AEU Safety Award for the company’s strong commitment to safety in the workplace.

The American Equity Underwriters, Inc., the leading provider of workers’ compensation for waterfront employers, presents the AEU Safety Awards each year to its best-performing members nationwide.

BWC’s Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policy is fundamental to the sustainability of the company’s operations. Its systems, policies, and procedures address both routine and emergency situations to effectively manage risks, threats, and incidents. Safety is integrated into the company culture through ongoing training and the empowerment of employees, and it is reinforced by management to achieve industry-leading results.

“We are incredibly honored to receive the 2024 AEU Safety Award. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to creating a safe working environment for all our employees and key stakeholders,” said Adam Smith, president and CEO, BWC Terminals. “Safety is not just a priority; it is a core value at BWC Terminals. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, and we will continue to foster a culture of safety in everything we do.”

Eligibility for the awards is based on the frequency and severity of workers’ compensation incidents for the prior calendar year, as well as safety-related metrics determined by AEU’s loss control team.

“This year’s winners truly are the safest in the industry,” said Jimmy Burgin, senior vice president and director of loss control at AEU. “The commitment of their management teams, supervisors, safety staff, and employees all combine to create safety programs that are worthy of this recognition.”

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About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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STOCKTON, CA (April 22, 2025) – BWC Terminals (BWC) today celebrated the official completion of its expanded renewable fuels terminal at the Port of Stockton, marking a significant milestone in strengthening California’s renewable fuels and maritime infrastructure. BWC executives, customers, and partners attended the ribbon-cutting event in addition to special guest California Congressman Josh Harder.

The state-of-the-art terminal includes the first newly constructed Marine Oil Terminal Engineering and Maintenance Standards (MOTEMS)-compliant dock built in California in nearly 30 years. It will play a vital role in advancing the renewable fuels supply chain across the state. It is designed to safely and efficiently transfer renewable diesel and biodiesel from marine vessels, supporting California’s efforts to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors such as heavy-duty transportation. The facility features modern safety and environmental systems, including spill containment, fire protection, seismic resilience, and upgraded vessel mooring infrastructure.

BWC has rapidly expanded its Stockton terminal by over 500% in the past five years to meet California’s growing demand for renewable fuel storage and logistics. Constructed under a Project Labor Agreement with the San Joaquin Building Trades Council, the expansion project created 30 high-quality construction jobs across nine trades. The renewable fuels terminal and new dock support 18 full-time positions at BWC’s Stockton facilities.

“At BWC, we are proud to serve as a critical link in the renewable fuels supply chain,” said Adam Smith, president and CEO of BWC Terminals. “This expanded terminal demonstrates our strong commitment to California’s clean energy future, which was made possible through the leadership and collaboration with Congressman Harder, our labor partners, and the Port of Stockton. We are honored to invest in this community and its future.”

The event featured keynote remarks from Congressman Josh Harder (CA-9).

“The Port of Stockton is a key economic engine for the Valley, helping to export our world-class crops and bringing business and jobs to our communities. We have to keep building on that leadership,” said Representative Harder. “This renewable fuels terminal will make the Port safer and more efficient while creating new jobs and supporting statewide decarbonization goals. We worked hard to bring this new infrastructure to the Port, and I look forward to continuing to fight for smart investments in our local economy’s future.”

“The BWC MOTEMS dock is a pivotal step in advancing the Port of Stockton’s commitment to sustainability and renewable energy. By providing a modern infrastructure capable of supporting renewable fuel operations, we’re helping drive the transition toward cleaner and greener fuels,” said Kirk DeJesus, Port Director for the Port of Stockton. “This new facility will not only accommodate the growing demand for low-emission fuel but also position the Port as a leader in supporting California’s ambitious climate goals and the future of sustainable shipping.”

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About BWC Terminals
BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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Suder has served as CEO since the formation of BW Terminals in 2018. Under his leadership and direction BW Terminals acquired Contanda, LLC in 2019, rebranded to BWC Terminals and has grown the company ten-fold to become a leading independent bulk liquid storage and logistics provider. Prior to BWC Terminals, Suder’s 35-year career included leadership positions at Delta Terminal Services, Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, ArcLight Capital Partners, American Midstream Partners, LBC Tank Terminals and Blackwater Midstream.

Randy Daniels, BWC Terminals Board Chair, expressed his gratitude to Suder, saying, “On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Mike for his significant contributions and dedication to BWC Terminals. Mike has used his vast terminal knowledge and experience to successfully lead the BWC Terminal team through remarkable growth and development.”

“It’s crazy to think that the BWC platform originated from a one terminal transaction in 2008, but the success and results of the business today are due in large part to the individuals I have been fortunate to work with throughout my career,” said Suder. “I want to thank everyone at BWC Terminals, from our operators in the field to our senior leadership team for their continued dedication to the success of our organization. I am incredibly proud of the business that we have built, and I am excited to see the organization’s continued growth under Adam’s leadership.”

Smith has been serving in an executive leadership role with BWC Terminals since 2019.  He has more than 15 years of terminal experience, having started his career with Kinder Morgan in 2006. Prior to BWC Terminals, Smith had been the Vice President of Operations at Limetree Bay Terminals in St. Croix, USVI and before that, the Vice President of Operations of the Lower River Region at Kinder Morgan Liquid Terminals. He also served as an Armor Officer in the United States Army for six years. Smith holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Middle Eastern Studies from the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY, and a Master of Business Administration from Nicholls State University.

About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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The Savannah terminal consists of approximately 1.6 million barrels of storage capacity across 56 tanks with direct tie-ins to rail, trucking, pipeline, and marine infrastructure.

About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 22 sites with 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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The Savannah terminal is located in the Port of Savannah, the fourth largest port in the United States. It consists of approximately 1.6 million barrels of storage capacity across 56 tanks with direct tie-ins to rail, trucking, pipeline, and marine infrastructure. The majority of products stored consist of vegetable oils, specialty chemicals and asphalt. With this transaction, BWC will be welcoming 26 new full-time employees to our team.

About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 21 sites with 18.5 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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Combined, the facilities consist of approximately 2.7 million barrels of storage capacity across 87 storage tanks serviced by ship, barge, rail, and truck.

About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminal Holdings LLC (“BWC Terminals” or “BWC”), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 21 sites with approximately 19 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, food grade, and petroleum-based products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

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