Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Awards BWC Terminals VPP Safety Certification at Port of Grays Harbor

HOQUIAM, WA (Aug. 27, 2025) – BWC Terminals (BWC) was honored today by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) for its Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star Certification with a presentation ceremony at its Port of Grays Harbor facility. The recognition commemorates the Terminal’s outstanding commitment to workplace safety, which recently marked over 5,700 days of safe operations.

The VPP Star Certification is awarded to facilities that have implemented best-in-class safety and health programs, with injury and illness rates well below industry averages. BWC’s achievement underscores its longstanding commitment to protecting workers, the community and the environment through rigorous training, continuous improvement, and a deeply embedded culture of safety. BWC’s location in Texas City, Texas, also received the prestigious acknowledgement in 2016.

The VPP presentation ceremony brought together representatives from BWC, state regulators, labor leaders and Port officials to celebrate the milestone.

“This award belongs to every member of our Grays Harbor team,” said Adam Smith, President and CEO of BWC Terminals. “Safety is not just a program, it’s a fundamental part of the culture of the Company. Our employees lead by example, and this recognition is a testament to their professionalism, dedication and pride in doing things the right way.”

The Port of Grays Harbor, a vital economic engine for the region, praised BWC’s leadership and operational excellence:

“We are proud to have partners like BWC Terminals at the Port of Grays Harbor,” said Leonard Barnes, executive director of the Port of Grays Harbor. “Their commitment to safety not only protects workers and the community, it also sets a high standard for industrial operations across the region. This recognition is well-earned.”

BWC’s recognition at Grays Harbor follows the recent ribbon-cutting ceremony for the company’s new MOTEMS-compliant Renewable Fuel Marine Terminal at the Port of Stockton, California. Developed in collaboration with the San Joaquin Building Trades Council, the Stockton facility demonstrates BWC’s commitment to creating safe, resilient infrastructure that protects public health and the environment while supporting California’s low-carbon fuel goals.

In addition, BWC received two other safety awards in 2025: the National American Equity Underwriters Safety Award and the International Liquid Terminals Association Safety Excellence Award. Together, these achievements recognize BWC’s broader mission to lead the industry in operational excellence, safety and sustainability throughout its nationwide terminal network.

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About BWC Terminals

BWC Terminals, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to manufacturers, refiners, producer and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 22 sites with more than 20 million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of renewable fuels, agriculture, specialty chemicals, and food-grade products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.