Buckeye Partners, L.P. announced that crude oil export operations have commenced at the second deepwater dock at South Texas Gateway (STG), a new terminal constructed at the mouth of the Corpus Christi Ship Channel in Ingleside, Texas. The completion of this dock enables Buckeye to accommodate the berthing and loading of two vessels simultaneously, further facilitating the supply of North American crude oil to global markets. Buckeye also announced the loading of the first VLCC tanker to berth at the terminal, marking another significant moment for Buckeye and the Port of Corpus Christi. STG’s marine facilities are now fully operational, with the final construction phase of storage facilities to be completed in the first quarter of 2021. STG’s world-class connectivity and terminal capabilities allow for safe and efficient loading of up to VLCC-sized vessels and utilizes technologies to control air emissions. STG is a joint venture 50% owned and operated by Buckeye Partners. Phillips 66 Partners LP and Marathon Petroleum Corporation, through respective subsidiaries, each have a 25% ownership interest. When fully operational, STG’s petroleum products storage capacity will be 8.6 million barrels, with the potential to expand to 10 million barrels and throughput capacity of up to 800,000 barrels per day at its two deepwater docks.