marine link image
Register now for the Port of the Future Conference • 2 Days, 50 Ports • Houston/Galveston area, TX • April 12–14, 2027

West Africa News

 

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

Russian Strikes Hit Ukrainian Military Facilities, Vessels

Russian Strikes Hit Ukrainian Military Facilities, Vessels

Most Gulf Shares Lower As Shipping Uncertainties Persist

Most Gulf Shares Lower As Shipping Uncertainties Persist

Oil Tanker Insurance Triples Amidst Global Shipping Tensions

Oil Tanker Insurance Triples Amidst Global Shipping Tensions

Russia Begins Commercial Exports of Vostok Oil

Russia Begins Commercial Exports of Vostok Oil

Subscribe for Maritime Logistics Professional E‑News

Sources say that traders are pushing for lower prices for Venezuelan crude oil, as shipping costs have risen.
Study finds that global biofuel production will increase by nearly 70% in 2030 as a result of the Gulf energy crisis
Ethiopian Airlines suspends flight to Tigray after taking over Mekelle Airport