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Merkland Tank: The Benchmark for Specialist Tank and Industrial Services

This article recently appeared in the PEIMF Insite Magazine (2026 spring edition).

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When it comes to equipment and experience in the Oil and Gas sector, Merkland Tank continues to set the benchmark for specialist tank and industrial services across the UK.

With more than 100 years of heritage and nationwide coverage, the company delivers a comprehensive range of services, including tank and pipeline cleaning, bespoke industrial cleaning, waste disposal, fuel tank maintenance and fuel tank decommissioning.

Specialising in working in challenging COMAH environments, including Terminals, Oil Refineries, Fuel Depots, Energy from Waste Facilities, Manufacturing, and other safety-critical environments, Merkland offer site-specific confined space entry, non-man entry, manual cleaning and cutting-edge automated cleaning solutions.

Merkland Tank tanker at oil and gas site: 'Raising the Bar for Safety and Innovation in High-Risk Environments' in INSITE magazine spring 2026

Providing Turnkey Solutions

With a modern, high-performance tanker fleet and an all-encompassing range of equipment, their highly skilled team are ready to take on all types of tank and bespoke cleaning projects to deliver a full 360 turnkey solution from start to finish.

In 2026, Merkland Tank will continue investing in its modern, high-performance fleet, further strengthening its operational capability across the UK. New additions will complement their existing high-suction CycloVac vacuum tankers and the advanced Müller Recycler – a state-of-the-art water recycling and jetting vehicle designed to improve efficiency while minimising environmental impact.

Technology Investment

Investment in fully automated and semi-automated technologies has enabled the safe delivery of a range of projects including closed waterblasting, surface preparation, and heat exchanger tube bundle cleaning.

Kirsty McIntyre, Managing Director at Merkland Tank said: “Merkland Tank are committed to providing tank solutions that not only meet regulatory expectations but actively support our clients in achieving safer, smarter operations. This year, we will further enhance our service offering and deliver greater efficiency for our clients, thanks to continued investment in the latest high-performing equipment, backed by the knowledge and skills of our experienced team.”

Alongside technical innovation, Merkland Tank maintains a strong commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and regulatory compliance. This is reflected in its expanding portfolio of industry certifications, accreditations, and professional memberships.

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