Strategic partnerships HES International is expanding through collaborations in Europe, including a recently announced logistics facility in Fos-sur-Mer and a potential processing agreement with Glencore for the Wilhelmshaven assets. This presents an opportunity to offer integrated bulk handling, transshipment, storage, and blending services to partners seeking scalable European distribution networks.

CO2 export growth The company has launched an Open Season for CO2 export terminals in Rotterdam and Wilhelmshaven, signaling interest in carbon capture and storage / trading workflows. This creates potential sales avenues for high-capacity storage, terminal logistics, and specialized handling services for CO2-related supply chains.

Alumina hydrate logistics New Fos-sur-Mer terminal developed with Alteo to secure alumina hydrate supply for Gardanne, highlighting a concrete demand for dedicated bulk handling and multimodal logistics. This opens up opportunities to provide storage, blending, and port-to-plant transfer services for critical chemical feedstocks.

Leadership and governance Appointment of a new Supervisory Board member signals ongoing corporate governance and growth strategy. This may precede or accompany strategic initiatives, making it prudent to engage with corporate development teams to explore tailored bulk logistics solutions and long-term partnership opportunities.

Strategic assets play Ownership and operation of the Wilhelmshaven refinery-turned-tank-terminal asset creates a unique value proposition for end-to-end bulk handling, refining byproducts, and refined fuels logistics. Potential customers include refiners, traders, and energy suppliers seeking deep-draft access and robust hinterland connectivity.