Marine Loading Arms

Safe, strong arms moving liquids and gases at ports with ease

What is a Marine Loading Arm?

Marine Loading Arms are typically used to load or unload :

  • Crude Oil

  • Petroleum products (diesel, gasoline, aviation fuel)

  • Liquid chemicals

  • LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

  • LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)

  • Other liquid products

How They Work

These arms act like giant, strong hoses, handling huge volumes with safety and precision.

Marine Loading Arms (MLAs) are mechanical devices used at port terminals to transfer liquids or gases between tankers and onshore facilities (storage tanks, process pipelines, refineries, etc.). They function similarly to large flexible hoses, but are safer, stronger, and capable of handling very large transfer volumes.

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FAQs

What is MLA?

A marine loading arm transfers liquids or gases safely at ports.

How does it work?

It connects tankers to shore facilities, allowing large volume transfers.

Why use MLA over hoses?

MLAs are stronger, safer, and handle bigger volumes than flexible hoses.

Where are MLAs used?

They operate at port terminals and refineries for liquid or gas transfer.

Are MLAs customizable?

Yes, they can be tailored to specific terminal and cargo needs.

What safety features do MLAs have?

They include emergency release systems and robust mechanical joints.