Our internal labs test for:

  1. Density
  2. Viscosity
  3. Sulphur Content
  4. Water Content
  5. Contamination Levels
  6. Additive Concentration
Real-Time Quality Control

LCC Terminals utilises a strict, dual-layer testing and quality assurance framework across guarantee product excellence and regulatory compliance.

Daily internal monitoring is conducted at dedicated, on-site laboratories in Foyle and Belfast, where technicians test liquid and solid fuels for critical parameters such as density, viscosity, sulfur and water content, contamination, and additive levels.

To provide independent validation, critical samples are regularly sent to ISO/IEC accredited external laboratories, ensuring full alignment with statutory requirements, environmental regulations, and Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) standards.

Regulations

Fuel Blending

LCC Terminals provides a high-integrity, fully compliant fuel marking and blending service tailored for both regulated and renewable fuel markets. Operating as a dual-jurisdiction approved operator, we utilize revenue-authorized systems in the UK and Ireland to ensure seamless compliance with HMRC and Irish Revenue requirements. Our infrastructure supports precision marker injection for Kerosene and Gas Oil, alongside controlled dyeing for duty-suspended products, ensuring total traceability and legal integrity across the supply chain.

Leveraging advanced in-tank and in-line blending technology, we offer the flexibility to handle everything from traditional performance additives to renewable scaling, including HVO, FAME, and Ethanol. Each batch is managed through automated, precision-dosing systems and verified by independently audited metrology. This process is backed by rigorous internal quality control and third-party accredited laboratory testing, guaranteeing that every product meets exact commercial specifications and statutory standards.

Biofuel Blending

HVO, FAME, & UCO components

Performance Dosing

Precision additive dosing for all fuels

Heating & Transport

Custom blend adjustments for specific markets

Ethanol Blending

Petrol specification and renewable scaling

Regulatory

Liquid

LCC Terminals operates high-volume, upper-tier COMAH-approved bulk liquid terminals at Foyle Port and Cloghan Point, providing stringent regulatory compliance for both traditional and renewable fuels. Uniquely certified to operate storage across both sides of the Irish border, the network delivers flexible, post-Brexit import solutions aligned with both UK and EU regulatory frameworks. The facilities adhere strictly to the Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978, Petroleum Consolidation Regulations, and Environmental Permitting Regulations (NI), maintaining fully audited Safety Reports and Emergency Response Plans. Additionally, the liquid operations are fully approved by revenue authorities for UK and Irish fuel marking, and hold verified NORA (Ireland) and BEIS (UK) contracts for managing Compulsory Stock Obligations (CSO) and national strategic reserves.

Dry Bulk

The dry bulk operations, located at Foyle Port, Belfast Ports, Port Talbot, and Ghent, are engineered to handle extensive quantities of covered and open bulk solid commodities under strict compliance standards. All dry material handling is governed by a robust Materials Handling Protocol and comprehensive dust suppression methods designed to protect employee health and ensure environmental protection in line with local regulations. Operations utilise fully enclosed conveyor systems, automated water-mist suppressants, and HEPA-filtered air extraction units to eliminate workplace contamination. Every stage of dry product management incorporates continuous risk reviews, lockout-tagout protocols during maintenance, and regular SGS audits to verify total compliance with environmental permits and safety codes.

Bonded Warehousing

Secure, compliant storage for regulated, specialist, and high value products.

Trusted, HMRC Approved Bonded Storage Across Bay Road & Castlereagh Road LCC provides fully controlled, HMRC approved bonded warehousing for customers storing Duty‑Paid or Duty‑Suspension goods, hazardous products, and specialist industrial or renewable feedstocks.

Our bonded facilities combine strict compliance, secure environments, and engineered handling systems to protect product integrity while supporting efficient downstream distribution.

Key Storage Capabilities

Our storage infrastructure is purpose‑built for compliance, safety, and precision. From renewable feedstocks to hazardous liquids, temperature‑controlled materials, and regulated goods, we provide secure, expertly managed environments that ensure full traceability and regulatory confidence across every storage category.

Biofuel
Feedstocks
Hazardous
Waste
Heated Storage
Solutions
Bonded
Warehousing
Alcohols
Storage

JIG-Approved Aviation Loading

LCC Terminals delivers a high-precision aviation fuel solution certified to JIG-approved standards for both offshore and aviation supply, including direct wing fuel delivery.

Operating from terminal to aircraft wing, the dedicated, certified aircraft refuelling teams maintain absolute control, safety, and full traceability at every stage of the import, storage, and transport process. All road tanker and aviation loading activities follow a strict Materials Handling Protocol, which requires operators to execute pre-loading checklists, verify tanker grounding and product compatibility, and utilize closed hoses or bottom-loading couplings.

Deliveries are continuously monitored and validated using customs-approved, independently verified digital metrology systems, with all batch numbers, volumes, and quality certificates thoroughly recorded to guarantee uncompromised fuel integrity.