Efficient transport and infrastructure management is essential for sustaining large-scale industrial operations, as illustrated in the Sortor Group’s case study on managing above-ground liquid storage tanks. Decentralized execution across regions led to inconsistencies in inspection practices, safety standards, and contractor roles, resulting in high costs and inefficiencies. Annual spending exceeded $120M, with extended outages and frequent budget overruns due to weak forecasting and poor cost controls. These challenges underscored the need for a centralized approach to asset management, prioritizing risk-based planning and leveraging economies of scale to streamline operations and reduce costs.

The Sortor Group implemented a centralized asset management program, focusing on organizational alignment, long-term planning, and proactive contractor management. By introducing risk-based prioritization and leveraging data-driven strategies, the program achieved remarkable results, including a 34% reduction in execution costs, a 37% decrease in oil loss, and a 33% reduction in outage durations. This transformation was driven not just by improved systems but by fostering a culture of continuous improvement, enabling the organization to sustain and build upon these efficiencies over time. The success demonstrates how strategic planning and innovative management can revolutionize transport and infrastructure systems.