Decades of Industry Experience
Founded in Panama in 2012, Zircon Investment is a consulting and business partner providing strategic advisory services to the energy sector.
Industry Experience
With operations serving regional and international clients, the company combines technical knowledge, operational oversight, and industry experience to support complex hydrocarbon activities across the energy value chain.
Strategic Advisory Expertise
Our expertise spans hydrocarbon operations, maritime logistics, commercial optimization, marine safety, loss control, and terminal inspections. Every engagement is supported by senior professionals committed to delivering reliable, results-driven services at competitive rates.
Operational Focus Areas
- Loss Control Management: Eliminating volume and quality discrepancies between onshore tanks and vessel final certificates.
- Environmental Risk Mitigation: Preventing and mitigating oil spills through rigorous enforcement of international safety protocols.
- Operational Compliance: Ensuring vessel authorities and local suppliers adhere strictly to global maritime safety standards.
Field Deployment and Risk Reduction Strategy
Client-Requested Intervention
To address these challenges, our clients invited us to provide direct operational support at Venezuelan terminals.
Safety and Control Measures
Our experienced marine safety teams implemented:
- Strict safety enforcement procedures
- Detailed operational monitoring
- Comprehensive loss control protocols
- Cargo verification processes
- Compliance-focused vessel oversight
- Preventive risk management measures
Cargo Accountability Improvements
These measures helped eliminate volume differences between shore tanks and vessels while improving overall operational control.
Engineering and Maritime Specialists
Socrates Salazar, P. Eng.
Elizabeth C. Izaguirre, C.E.T., B.B.A.
Elizabeth C. Izaguirre, C.E.T., B.B.A.
Mechanical Engineer with more than 30 years of experience in the oil and energy industry.
Elizabeth C. Izaguirre, C.E.T., B.B.A.
Elizabeth C. Izaguirre, C.E.T., B.B.A.
Elizabeth C. Izaguirre, C.E.T., B.B.A.
Chemical Engineering Technology and Business Administration professional with more than 40 years of experience in the oil industry.
Ciro Ríos
Elizabeth C. Izaguirre, C.E.T., B.B.A.
Rodolfo Mata, Lawyer
Chemical Technician, Loss Control Specialist, and Oil Movement Expert with over 40 years of experience in the oil sector.
Rodolfo Mata, Lawyer
Capt. Alfredo Calzada
Rodolfo Mata, Lawyer
Maritime Lawyer and Cargo Surveyor specializing in Loss Control and P&I Correspondence with more than 20 years of experience in the oil business.
Capt. Alfredo Calzada
Capt. Alfredo Calzada
Capt. Alfredo Calzada
Navy Captain, Port Captain, Marine Safety Supervisor, and Loss Control Specialist with over 20 years of experience in the oil business.
Capt. Miguel Suárez
Capt. Alfredo Calzada
Capt. Alfredo Calzada
Industrial Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science, Marine Safety Supervisor, and Loading Master with over 20 years of experience in the oil business.
Francis Coppin, Oil Engineer
Francis Coppin, Oil Engineer
Francis Coppin, Oil Engineer
Mechanical Engineer, Loss Control Specialist, and Cargo Surveyor with more than 40 years of experience in the oil industry. Based in Aruba.
Arnold Dandlau, B.A.
Francis Coppin, Oil Engineer
Francis Coppin, Oil Engineer
Loss Control Specialist and Cargo Surveyor with more than 20 years of experience in the oil industry. Based in Aruba.