Grupo Dislub Equador (GDE), a leading energy conglomerate in Brazil, is poised to transform the maritime fuel supply landscape in South America with the launch of its physical bunkering operations in Suape port, Pernambuco, starting August 2024. This strategic move underscores GDE’s firm commitment to delivering superior marine fuels and expanding its presence in the highly competitive Brazilian maritime sector.
Grupo Dislub Equador Marine is set to begin supplying Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) via both barges and pipelines. These marine fuels, conforming to the rigorous ISO standard 8217, guarantee unmatched quality and reliability for maritime clients. This adherence to international standards ensures optimal fuel compatibility and safety for marine engines, thereby enhancing vessel performance and minimizing emissions.
Enhancing Maritime Fuel Supply in South America
Suape Port, nestled in Pernambuco, stands as a pivotal maritime hub in Brazil and Latin America, renowned for its strategic location that provides seamless access to both North and South Atlantic shipping routes. As the largest public port in the Northeast Region and the fifth-ranked port nationally, it plays a crucial role in international trade. The port’s state-of-the-art infrastructure supports a variety of industries, including petrochemicals, automotive, and electronics, ensuring efficient operations and a reliable fuel supply to vessels. Its strategic importance and extensive capacity make Suape Port an ideal location for Grupo Dislub Equador’s new physical bunkering operation.
Antonio Barbará, Marine Director at Grupo Dislub Equador, emphasized GDE’s dedication to excellence: “With 25 years in the market, an award-winning management, a stringent compliance policy, and a robust focus on innovation, our business has experienced remarkable growth. We are now one of the fastest-growing entities in Brazil’s energy sector. This new operation in Suape is a testament to our strategic vision and commitment to setting new benchmarks in the maritime fuel supply chain.”
Robust Infrastructure and Market Presence
Since its inception in 1997 in Recife (PE), Grupo Dislub Equador has demonstrated exponential growth. The group comprises entities such as Dislub Energia, Equador Energia, Trading Petro Energia, TFB and ABI base terminals, and Arla Brasil factories. These entities synergize with a unified vision and compliance policy, serving the North, Northeast, and Midwest regions of Brazil.
Antonio Barbará further highlighted “This initiative represents a monumental step for the GDE group. Our goal is to penetrate new markets while solidifying our presence in existing territories, thus fortifying our company to navigate the challenges of the evolving Brazilian market.”
This groundbreaking bunkering operation not only marks a significant milestone for Grupo Dislub Equador but also reaffirms its position as a trailblazer in the South American maritime and energy.
About Grupo Dislub Equador
Operating in the fuel market since 1997, Grupo Dislub Equador has established a strong presence across three of Brazil’s five regions. With a robust infrastructure capable of storing over 210,000 cubic meters of fuel, the group serves 450 flag posts and more than 3,000 customers. This extensive network contributes to annual revenues exceeding 10 billion Brazilian reals.
GDE’s strategic vision and commitment to excellence have driven its sustained growth and expansion. The company’s operations extend across multiple states, including Amazonas, Acre, Pará, Paraíba, Roraima, Mato Grosso, Rondônia, Pernambuco, Rio Grande do Norte, Tocantins, Alagoas, Ceará, Maranhão, and Bahia. Recognized since 2011 as a Great Place to Work, GDE consistently ranks among the top companies in the northern and northeastern regions of Brazil.
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