Direct Pipeline Connectivity at Rotterdam Maasvlakte

Efficient, metered, and fully compliant pipeline product transfers connecting our terminal to the Netherlands' pipeline infrastructure and major European refineries.

Pipeline services Rotterdam — bulk liquid transfer infrastructure at Maasvlakte

The Rotterdam Pipeline Advantage

Rotterdam sits at the centre of European petroleum pipeline infrastructure, and our pipeline services Rotterdam clients rely on connect our Maasvlakte terminal's tanks directly to the Dutch pipeline grid — including the axis to the continent's largest refinery complex at Pernis, the Rotterdam-Rhine Pipeline (RRP), and the product pipelines serving distribution terminals and industrial customers across Northern Europe.

Pipeline transfers reduce the logistics costs and turnaround times associated with road and barge movements. For large-volume product deliveries and withdrawals, our pipeline infrastructure moves product at rates — up to 5,000 m³/hr — that road tankers and most barge operations cannot match.

All pipeline transfers are conducted using custody-transfer-grade metering systems calibrated to API MPMS and ISO 5167 standards. Every transfer is recorded on our certified flow computers and closed out with a measurement certificate showing the temperature-corrected quantity delivered.

For clients operating across multiple terminals in our network, we also facilitate pipeline access at our subleased terminals in Houston and Ningbo-Zhoushan, coordinated through the same Unlimited Logistics B.V. commercial team that manages your Rotterdam account.

Pipeline DiameterUp to 24" (610mm)
Flow RateUp to 5,000 m³/hr
Metering StandardAPI MPMS / ISO 5167
ProductsCrude, Fuel Oil, Diesel, Jet A1, Biofuels
ConnectionsABP Rotterdam grid, Pernis refinery axis
PressureUp to 10 bar operating pressure

Pipeline Service Features

Direct Terminal Connectivity

Our Rotterdam Maasvlakte terminal is directly connected to the Netherlands pipeline grid, enabling efficient product transfers to and from major refineries.

Metered Transfer

Custody transfer metering systems calibrated to API MPMS standards. Electronic flow computers provide traceable, accurate volume measurement.

High Throughput

Large-diameter pipeline connections capable of handling high-volume product movements, reducing vessel and road tanker turnaround times.

Cross-Terminal Access

Coordinated pipeline transfer capability at our Houston and Ningbo-Zhoushan terminals, in addition to Rotterdam, gives clients pipeline-connected storage on three continents.

Built for High-Volume Product Movements

Refineries

High-volume, low-cost feedstock and finished-product transfer directly between our tanks and refinery pipeline connections, avoiding repeated vessel or road handling.

Fuel Importers & Exporters

Pipeline movement of imported diesel, Jet A1 and fuel oil straight from Rotterdam storage into the distribution network, or from pipeline into tanks for export loading.

Energy Companies & Traders

Scheduled, metered transfers that support tight delivery windows on term contracts, without the demurrage exposure of vessel-based movements.

Where Pipeline Transfer Is Available

Pipeline connectivity is a Rotterdam-led capability, extended to two of our subleased terminals. Jurong and Fujairah move product by vessel, barge and road tanker rather than pipeline.

Rotterdam
Primary Terminal

Direct connection to the Rotterdam-Rhine Pipeline (RRP) and the pipeline axis to the Pernis refinery complex — our highest-throughput pipeline connection.

Houston
Sublease

Pipeline transfer into the local Gulf Coast pipeline grid, alongside Aframax berth access.

Ningbo-Zhoushan
Sublease

Direct access to the Zhoushan crude oil pipeline network for high-volume crude movements.

Metering Certificates & Custody Documentation

Every pipeline transfer is logged against our certified flow computers and closed out with a measurement certificate showing volume, temperature-corrected quantity, and timestamp. Where a transfer forms part of a custody transfer transaction, we coordinate independent inspection and quality documentation alongside the metering record.

Learn more about our inspection & custody transfer process →

Discuss Pipeline Access

Request Information

Enquiring about: Pipeline Services

Pipeline Services — Common Questions

Explore Pipeline & Terminal Services

Looking for Bulk Storage or Freight Solutions?

Our team of terminal specialists is ready to design a custom storage and logistics solution for your operation.