Product Tanker CharterNigeria & West Africa
Expert petroleum product transportation optimized for West African port limitations. Specialized in PMS, AGO, and refined products with comprehensive knowledge of draft restrictions and regional market dynamics.
West Africa Product Market 2025
Real-time market intelligence driving strategic decision-making in West African petroleum product trade
West Africa Product Import Dependency
69% of gasoline still imported (1.44M MT/month)
Decreasing with new refinery capacity
Nigeria's Competitive Advantage
Lowest regional petrol prices at $0.55/liter
Dangote Refinery driving regional exports
Regional Trade Growth
5%+ CAGR expected through 2030
Urbanization driving demand increase
Total Regional Refining Capacity
1.335 million barrels/day capacity
Growing with infrastructure investments
Petroleum Products We Handle
Comprehensive handling of West African petroleum products with local market expertise and technical specifications
PMS (Premium Motor Spirit)
Petrol/Gasoline
Specs: RON 91-95, Lead-free
Demand: High - 69% imported in West Africa
Hubs: Lagos, Tema, Abidjan
AGO (Automotive Gas Oil)
Diesel Fuel
Specs: Ultra Low Sulfur, EN590 compliant
Demand: Very High - Industrial & transport use
Hubs: Lagos, Warri, Port Harcourt
Jet A1 (Aviation Turbine Kerosene)
Aviation Fuel
Specs: ASTM D1655, DEF STAN 91-91
Demand: Growing - Aviation sector expansion
Hubs: Lagos (Murtala Mohammed Airport Hub)
Marine Gas Oil (MGO)
Ship Bunker Fuel
Specs: ISO 8217 DMA/DMB grade
Demand: Steady - Maritime industry demand
Hubs: All major ports, Offshore supply
Naphtha
Light Distillate
Specs: Light/Heavy, Full Range
Demand: Industrial - Petrochemical feedstock
Hubs: Lagos, Tema (Industrial zones)
Low Pour Fuel Oil (LPFO)
Marine Fuel Oil
Specs: IFO 180/380, Marine bunker grade
Demand: Stable - Marine transportation
Hubs: Major ports, Offshore terminals
West African Port Limitations & Specifications
Comprehensive technical database of West African petroleum product terminals with draft restrictions, vessel limitations, and operational constraints for optimal charter planning.
Lagos Apapa Port Complex
Nigeria
Max Vessel
30,000 DWT
Max Draft
7.5-10.0m
Jetty Length
200-350m
Products Handled
PMS, AGO, Jet A1
Key Challenges
Draft limitation, congestion
Terminals: Multiple private terminals
Coordinates: 6°27'N, 3°22'E
Warri Port
Nigeria
Max Vessel
15,000 DWT
Max Draft
7.5-8.0m
Jetty Length
Over 3,000m total
Products Handled
AGO, PMS, Marine fuels
Key Challenges
Channel depth, maintenance dredging
Terminals: 4+ petroleum terminals
Coordinates: 5°31'N, 5°45'E
Calabar Port
Nigeria
Max Vessel
10,000-15,000 DWT
Max Draft
7.0m
Jetty Length
170m max LOA
Products Handled
Coastal distribution products
Key Challenges
Draft restrictions, limited facilities
Terminals: Limited product terminals
Coordinates: 4°58'N, 8°19'E
Tema Port
Ghana
Max Vessel
45,000 DWT
Max Draft
13.7m
Jetty Length
280m
Products Handled
Regional distribution hub
Key Challenges
Limited product terminals
Terminals: TOR (Tema Oil Refinery) terminals
Coordinates: 5°37'N, 0°01'E
Takoradi Port
Ghana
Max Vessel
25,000 DWT
Max Draft
11.0m
Jetty Length
200m
Products Handled
Regional petroleum products
Key Challenges
Limited draft, facilities
Terminals: Bulk petroleum terminals
Coordinates: 4°54'N, 1°45'W
Abidjan Port
Côte d'Ivoire
Max Vessel
40,000 DWT
Max Draft
13.0m
Jetty Length
250m
Products Handled
Regional petroleum hub
Key Challenges
Access via Vridi Canal
Terminals: SIR (Ivorian Refining Company)
Coordinates: 5°15'N, 4°01'W
WAFRA Vessel Optimization Matrix
Expert recommendations for optimal vessel selection based on West African port constraints and cargo requirements
Lagos/Apapa Operations
Recommended Vessel
Handysize (15,000-25,000 DWT)
Technical Rationale
7.5-10m draft limitation, multiple terminals
Optimal Cargo Types
PMS, AGO, Jet A1 parcels
Economic Factors
High port efficiency, multiple discharge ports
Warri/Niger Delta
Recommended Vessel
Small Handy (10,000-15,000 DWT)
Technical Rationale
7.5m channel draft restriction
Optimal Cargo Types
AGO, Marine fuels, coastal distribution
Economic Factors
Channel maintenance issues, lightering may be required
Ghana Regional Hub
Recommended Vessel
MR Tankers (25,000-45,000 DWT)
Technical Rationale
Better draft at Tema (13.7m), regional distribution
Optimal Cargo Types
Import hub for multiple product grades
Economic Factors
Transshipment opportunities, storage integration
International/Offshore
Recommended Vessel
LR1/LR2 (55,000+ DWT)
Technical Rationale
Economies of scale, offshore lightering
Optimal Cargo Types
Bulk product imports, large parcel sizes
Economic Factors
Ship-to-ship transfer operations, cost optimization
Product Tanker Classifications
WAFRA-optimized product tanker specifications with regional suitability assessments
LR2 (Long Range 2)
Technical Specifications
- DWT: 90,000 - 115,000 MT
- Length: 220 - 250 meters
- Draft: 13 - 15 meters
- Cargo Capacity: 750,000 barrels
- Speed: 14 - 15 knots
WAFRA Suitability
Limited - Requires lightering operations due to draft restrictions
Recommended Use
International routes, offshore terminals
LR1 (Long Range 1)
Technical Specifications
- DWT: 55,000 - 80,000 MT
- Length: 180 - 220 meters
- Draft: 12 - 13 meters
- Cargo Capacity: 450,000 barrels
- Speed: 14 - 15 knots
WAFRA Suitability
Moderate - May require lightering at some terminals
Recommended Use
Regional distribution, larger terminals
MR (Medium Range)
Technical Specifications
- DWT: 25,000 - 55,000 MT
- Length: 170 - 185 meters
- Draft: 10 - 12 meters
- Cargo Capacity: 300,000 barrels
- Speed: 14 - 15 knots
WAFRA Suitability
Good - Compatible with most WAFRA ports
Recommended Use
Coastal distribution, medium terminals
Handysize Product Tankers
Technical Specifications
- DWT: 15,000 - 25,000 MT
- Length: 130 - 170 meters
- Draft: 8 - 10 meters
- Cargo Capacity: 150,000 barrels
- Speed: 13 - 14 knots
WAFRA Suitability
Excellent - Optimal for West African ports
Recommended Use
Port-to-port distribution, shallow draft terminals
West African Product Transport Solutions
Specialized services designed for West African petroleum product markets and operational challenges
West African Product Distribution
Optimized logistics for PMS, AGO, and refined products across WAFRA ports with draft-specific vessel selection.
- Draft limitation expertise (7.5-13.7m)
- Port congestion management
- Multi-port discharge operations
- Lightering coordination when required
Nigeria-Centric Operations
Specialized knowledge of Nigerian petroleum product markets with Dangote Refinery integration capabilities.
- Lagos port complex expertise
- Warri/Niger Delta operations
- Dangote Refinery logistics
- Nigerian regulatory compliance
Multi-Grade Segregation
Advanced cargo segregation systems for simultaneous transport of PMS, AGO, Jet A1 with zero contamination risk.
- Segregated tank systems
- Product quality certification
- Independent pipeline systems
- Cross-contamination prevention
Market Intelligence & Pricing
Real-time market intelligence with S&P Global Commodity Insights integration for optimal trading decisions.
- NMDPRA price index access
- Regional price differentials
- Supply/demand analytics
- Trade route optimization
West Africa's Leading Product Tanker Operator
Unmatched expertise in West African petroleum product markets with deep knowledge of port limitations, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics driving the region's 5%+ growth trajectory.
Draft Limitation Expertise
Comprehensive knowledge of WAFRA port draft restrictions (7.5-15m) with optimal vessel selection and lightering capabilities
Regional Market Intelligence
Real-time access to NMDPRA price indices and S&P Global Commodity Insights for optimal trading decisions
Dangote Refinery Integration
Strategic partnerships and operational experience with Africa's largest refinery for optimized product distribution
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