Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Detailed Engineering Design (DED) for B30 Biodiesel Facility Upgrade at Klang Valley Distribution Terminal (KVDT)

MECIP was engaged to provide Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Detailed Engineering Design (DED) services for the upgrade of biodiesel handling and storage facilities at a major fuel distribution terminal in Malaysia. The project was undertaken to support the national biodiesel roadmap and prepare the terminal infrastructure for future implementation of higher biodiesel blending mandates, including B20 and B30 fuel specifications.

The existing biodiesel facilities were originally designed to accommodate lower biodiesel blending requirements. To meet future demand and regulatory requirements, the project involved engineering studies and facility upgrades encompassing additional biodiesel storage capacity, unloading facilities, injection systems, transfer pumps, and associated piping infrastructure. The objective was to enhance terminal flexibility, improve operational efficiency, and ensure reliable biodiesel blending and distribution capabilities.

MECIP delivered multidisciplinary engineering solutions covering process, mechanical, piping, civil & structural, electrical, instrumentation, and safety engineering disciplines. Through FEED and DED activities, the project established a robust engineering basis for the successful implementation of the terminal upgrade while ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards, operational requirements, and safety regulations.

The project demonstrates MECIP’s capability in supporting energy transition initiatives through the development and modernization of fuel storage and distribution infrastructure, enabling clients to meet evolving sustainability objectives and regulatory requirements.