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Nigerian Crude Oil Loading Programs Hold Steady for April

Feb 27, 2026

Loading of four key Nigerian crudes in April will hold steady, preliminary loading programmes seen by Reuters showed, while lower demand and high freight rates continued to weigh on Angolan differentialsAmong recent offers was Kissanje at dated Brent minus 85 cents, compared to dated Brent minus $1 heard in December, showing demand had slowly picked up, a trader said.Others were Angola's Hungo crude at dated Brent minus $3…

Nigeria’s Refining Revolution is Reshaping West Africa’s Energy Landscape

Mar 26, 2025

The launch of the Dangote Refinery near the Port of Lagos presents an exciting opportunity to transform the energy and shipping markets in West Africa. And it stands to boost Nigeria’s role as an influential player in the global oil industry…

Logistics News

Somali Pirates Hijack Iranian Dhow, Marking Fourth Off Somalia in 2026

Somali Pirates Hijack Iranian Dhow, Marking Fourth Off Somalia in 2026

One of Three Russian Tankers Remains On Course for the US

One of Three Russian Tankers Remains On Course for the US

Average Oil Exports From Iraq Rose in October

Average Oil Exports From Iraq Rose in October

Visible Crude Loadings Halt, Iran’s Empty Tankers Remain Idle Since September

Visible Crude Loadings Halt, Iran’s Empty Tankers Remain Idle Since September

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