downstreaminstallaties
Downstreaminstallaties refer to facilities that operate in the downstream portion of the industrial value chain, most commonly in the oil and gas and chemical sectors. They are responsible for processing, refining, distributing, storing, and marketing products after they have been produced or extracted. The concept is widely used in Dutch industry to describe the tail end of the production cycle.
Typical downstream installations include refineries and petrochemical plants; blending and formulation facilities; large storage tanks for
Operations focus on converting feedstocks into marketable products, ensuring product quality, and managing inventory and logistics.
Regulatory frameworks govern downstream installations through permits, safety codes, environmental laws, and spill response requirements. Operators
Because downstream activities affect price, supply security and public health, the planning, operation, and modernization of