About Société des Dépôts de Pétrole Côtiers
Delivering Safe, Efficient & Reliable Fuel Storage Solutions
Société des Dépôts de Pétrole Côtiers is a France-based tank farm company focused on delivering reliable petroleum storage and coastal logistics solutions. We provide secure, high-capacity storage for refined products, supporting efficient import, export, and distribution across regional and international markets.
Strategically located along key maritime routes, our facility ensures seamless vessel access, fast product handling, and reduced turnaround times. Our operations are backed by modern infrastructure, experienced professionals, and strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
Our History
Built on Experience, Driven by Excellence
Established in 1919, Société des Dépôts de Pétrole Côtiers (DPC) was founded during a pivotal period of industrial expansion, supporting the growing demand for petroleum storage and distribution infrastructure across key maritime and commercial routes.
From its early role in coastal fuel supply and logistics, DPC developed into a trusted operator of petroleum storage facilities, supporting both marine and inland distribution networks. Over the decades, the company expanded its operational footprint and technical capabilities, adapting to the evolving needs of the energy sector.
Today, DPC operates as a reliable infrastructure partner within the international energy supply chain, supporting the safe storage, handling, and movement of petroleum products across multiple distribution channels.
With more than a century of operational heritage, our company remains committed
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide safe, efficient, and reliable petroleum storage and logistics solutions that support our clients’ operations. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental responsibility, and service excellence, while building long-term partnerships based on trust, performance, and consistent delivery.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become a leading petroleum storage and logistics provider in Europe, recognized for operational excellence, innovation, and reliability. We aim to set industry standards through modern infrastructure, sustainable practices, and a strong commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our clients.
Our Core Values
Our core values are built on safety, integrity, and reliability, guiding every aspect of our operations. We are committed to delivering excellence through continuous improvement, maintaining a strong customer focus by providing tailored solutions, and upholding sustainability by operating responsibly and minimizing our environmental impact.
Support, challenge, celebrate.
The perfect realization of a project requires a perfect team, which is why we meet each other at eye level at Société des Dépôts de Pétrole Côtiers. We challenge and support our staff wherever we can. Consequently, many members of staff like working here and have been with us for many years. Our customers benefit from this rich experience in plant engineering offered by us. Together, we celebrate our long-term success.
Richard Nicolas
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Le Crom Armand Joseph
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Maxim Kazantsev
Chief Sales Officer (CSO)
Faye Rivière
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Lena Marcov
Senior client strategy leads