
History
The story of the EAPC begins in the early days of the young State of Israel. Without independent energy sources, Israel in its early days was a kind of “energy island” almost entirely dependant on importing essential energy products. In order to ensure a regular supply of fuel to the country’s residents, a government company was established to receive crude oil in Eilat and transfer it to the refineries in Haifa.
Over the years as the country continues to develop, the population and the economy grows. The need for a continuous and reliable energy supply is essential for Israel’s energy security, and the EAPC Company – following in the footsteps of the pipeline companies that preceded it – is building storage terminals, fuel lines and intake capabilities in the Mediterranean and Red Seas. Over the years, the company’s capabilities have been upgraded, in order to meet the growing needs of the local economy and the EAPC adapts itself to changes in the mix of energy products required by the state.
2023
Increasing the LPG farm capacities
The requirements of the economy for cooking gas (LPG) lead to further increase in storage and receipt of this product. The LPG farm capacity was increased to 9,250 tons.
2020
Signing the MED-RED agreement
Following the signing of the historic Abraham Accords, which opened the door to countless business opportunities and collaborations in a variety of fields, including in the energy field, the company signed the MED-RED agreement with MRLB. MRLB is a company jointly owned by Petromal – the oil and gas branch of the Abu Dhabi-based National Holding Corporation.
2019
"Europe Asia Pipeline Company"
After the concession deed of the Eilat Ashkelon Pipeline Company ends, the operations of the oil pipeline and the Ashkelon and Eilat ports is transferred to the European Asia Pipeline Company Ltd., a company wholly owned by the State of Israel.
2017
Eilat Ashkelon Pipeline Company concession deed expiration
After 49 years, the concession deed for the EAPC oil pipeline has expired. In March 2017, the state legislated the “Law for The Infrastructure for Transmission and Storage of Oil by an Operator” that anchors the continued operation of the company’s facilities.
2017
The EAPC hands the “EAPC Beach” over to the municipality of Eilat
The EAPC has handed the municipality of Eilat a 200-meter-long stretch of shoreline named “The Ecological Beach”. EAPC’s shoreline is considered a beautiful, pristine beach where a unique reserve of spectacular coral reefs has been preserved for more than 50 years, thanks to the strictest safety procedures and the commitment of the EAPC to the environment. With the beach opening to the public, the visitors have enjoyed the beach and its unique coral reserve.
2011
Construction of 8 Crude Oil Tanks
The EAPC has completed the construction of 8 crude oil tanks which have increased the storage capacity by 770,000 additional cubic meters.
2010
Increasing the LPG farm capacities
The local economy’s needs have required an additional increase in the LPG farm and the farm’s capacity was increased to 7,900 tons.
2009
Expanding Capabilities
EAPC expands its storage capacity of fuel products to up to 400,000 cubic meters. At the same time, in order to meet the demands of the local economy, the company began to increase the storage capacity of crude oil by building containers.
2007
Conversion of tanks to store fuel products
Several tanks that were used for crude oil were converted to store fuel products. The ability to convert fuel tanks to different uses according to market requirements is one of the EAPC’s significant strengths. The LPF farm capacity was increased to 6,500 tons due to local market requirements for importing this product.
2004
Construction of a factory for filling portable gas cylinders
When the Pi Glilot terminal was closed down, the EAPC was required to set up a factory for filling portable gas cylinders (canisters) for the benefit of the local economy.
2003
Reverse Flow Project
The EAPC is upgrading its abilities and turning the oil flow system bi-directional, from the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and vice versa. Read more
2002
Preparing storage containers for distillates
The preparation of distillates storage containers and the establishment of a filling station for tank trucks was completed, to be used by local fuel marketing companies. At the same time, the company is increasing the LPG farm capacity to 4,500 tons due to the increase in imports of this product for the economy.
2000
Agreement with the Israel Electric Corporation
The EAPC has begun to provide the Israel Electric Corporation with port services and operates a coal pier in the Port of Ashkelon that serves the Rutenberg Power Station.
1999
Fuel Products Port Project
Together with the state-owned company Petroleum and Energy Infrastructure Ltd. (PEI) the EAPC is completing the construction of a port for fuel products. At the Port of Ashkelon, fuel products such as jet fuel, benzine and diesel oil are unloaded and streamed into the national system.
1998
Construction of an LPG farm
A modern LPG farm is being constructed and is operating in Ashkelon, including a marine terminal for the receipt of LPG tanks at a capacity of 1,500 tons. The farm receives LPG from the sea and land and issues it with road tankers for distribution to the residents throughout the country.
1996
Construction of a marine and land terminal for fuel oil
The needs of the local electricity sector are rising, and the EAPC is building and operating a marine and land terminal for a fuel oil refinery in Ashkelon, in order to supply the electricity company’s coastal power plants.
1973
Expanding Capabilities
The company’s storage capacity has increased: in Eilat to 1,100,000 cubic meters and in Ashkelon to 1,300,000 cubic meters. Another reinforcement station is being built in Yotvata. An 18″ line is laid along 36 kilometers from Ashkelon to the refinery in Ashdod.
1968
The Eilat Ashkelon Pipeline Company (EAPC)
To build and operate a massive project for laying the 42” line from Eilat to Ashkelon – the “Eilat Ashkelon Pipeline Company” is established. As part of the project, the company is building a terminal and a crude oil port in Ashkelon and a second pier for tanker docking in Eilat.
1966
Construction of the first pier
The EAPC is completing the construction of the first tanker docking pier in Eilat and is constructing a tank farm in Ramat Yotam. At the same time, pumping stations are being built from Eilat to this site and a reinforcement station is being built in Paran.
1959
Eilat Pipeline Co. Ltd.
Due to an increase in the needs of the young state, a 16″ line is laid from Eilat to Haifa with a capacity of 170 cubic meters per hour, designed to meet the needs of the state. To operate the pipeline, a new company is established: the Eilat Pipeline Co. Ltd. (EPC). In the coming years, storage capacity in Eilat will increase as well as flow capacity from Eilat to Haifa.
1957
Building long-term infrastructures
Construction of 3 tanks in Eilat and laying an 8″ line from Eilat to Beer-Sheva. Construction of 3 tanks in Be’er Sheva, with fuel being transported by train to Haifa. Later, a section of the 16″ line was laid from Beer Sheva to Ashdod, and from there the fuel was transported by ships to Haifa.
1956
"Afikei Neft"
In order to ensure a steady supply of fuel to the young State of Israel, the government company “Afikei Neft” is established. The company is responsible for the receipt of crude oil in Eilat and transferring it to the refineries in Haifa.