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Peninsula, a leading independent marine energy supplier, announces the expansion of its physical supply operations in Algoa Bay, South Africa.
This marks the latest step in the company’s strategic expansion, following continued success in Mauritius, Egypt and a robust Intra-African reselling portfolio.
In collaboration with Linsen Nambi, a well-established South African logistics service provider and bunker barge operator, Peninsula will harness local expertise to provide its customers with reliable and efficient solutions in Algoa Bay.
Port Elizabeth and the Coega Port are located within Algoa Bay on South Africa’s southeastern cost; strategically positioned along major international shipping routes, making it an ideal bunker hub.
From October, Peninsula is set to deliver bunkering services for HSFO and VLSFO from a port that sits on one of the world’s busiest maritime routes.
John A. Bassadone, CEO at Peninsula, said: “Our expansion into Algoa Bay is testament to our commitment to providing consistent product availability and optionality to our global customer network.
Linsen Nambi’s local expertise has been invaluable as we prepare to launch the operations, and we look forward to continued collaboration that paves the way for increased activity in South Africa.”
Guillermo Cancela, Regional Supply Manager for the Middle East and Africa at Peninsula added:
“Algoa Bay is an area that, crucially, enables vessels to bunker without berthing, significantly reducing waiting times and lowering costs. Together with our established presence in Mauritius, Algoa Bay allows us to create operational synergies across both markets. By making key fuels available at these locations, we are opening doors for new opportunities and providing a reliable service to customers across the continent.”
The launch of Peninsula’s operations follows collaboration with a variety of local stakeholders to reestablish the region’s bunkering activities, in line with the new regulation protocols, providing more options to ship operators working in the region.
Durand Naidoo CEO at Linsen Nambi, said: “Peninsula’s entry into this market is a strong vote of confidence in the South African bunker industry and highlights its long-term potential. The growth of Algoa Bay as a bunkering destination benefits the region and strengthens South Africa’s role in global shipping.”
About Peninsula
Peninsula is a leading physical bunker supplier with an international network of offices and operations in the world’s busiest ports.
Peninsula operates as a physical distributor as well as a reseller of global marine fuel.
As well as supplying conventional fuel, Peninsula also supplies all available alternative fuels and is investing in zero-carbon fuels of the future such as ammonia and methanol.
Peninsula provides a full range of marine services including dedicated barging facilities, ship agency, and a worldwide in-house ship repair and maintenance network.
For more information, please visit www.peninsula360.com.
About Linsen Nambi Bunker Services
Linsen Nambi Bunker Services has been supporting the global shipping fleet at South African ports since 2008. With over 22,000 bunker fuel deliveries and more than 12 million tons of fuel supplied, the company is a trusted provider of safe and efficient bunkering operations. Its fleet of purpose-built bunker tankers is operated by over 120 permanent employees, reflecting a strong commitment to operational excellence and community upliftment. Accredited with ISM and ISO14001 standards, Linsen Nambi maintains a proven track record of environmentally responsible practices and safety.
For more information, go to www.linsennambi.com
