Peninsula has officially launched physical supply operations in Mauritania after securing a license from the National Hydrocarbons Commission. Operating initially with two barges, the company is providing ISO-standard VLSFO and 0.1% Gasoil as part of its expanding global marine energy network.
Mauritania | May 08, 2026 – Peninsula has officially launched physical bunker supply operations in Mauritania, marking a major milestone in the company’s strategic push to dominate the African marine energy landscape. Following a rigorous tender process, the Mauritanian National Hydrocarbons Commission awarded Peninsula the market’s first physical supply license, positioning the company as the primary gateway for marine fuels in the region.
Scalable Infrastructure for West African Growth
Peninsula is entering the market with a high-capacity operational model designed to grow alongside Mauritania’s increasing maritime traffic:
- Initial Fleet: Currently operating two bunker barges delivering VLSFO and 0.1% LSMGO.
- Scalability: The license includes authorization for up to three barges, allowing Peninsula to rapidly increase supply as regional demand surges.
- Quality Standards: All deliveries adhere to the latest ISO 8217:2022 specifications, ensuring the same global compliance standards found in hubs like Singapore or Gibraltar.
A Unified African Network: Connecting East to West
The Mauritanian launch is the latest “anchor” in Peninsula’s rapidly expanding African network. By integrating this new West African hub with existing operations, Peninsula is creating a resilient supply corridor across the continent:
- Algoa Bay & South Africa: Building on the 2025 launch in South Africa alongside partner Linsen Nambi, Peninsula now provides critical support for ships traversing the Cape Route.
- Mauritius & Port Louis: Combined with its Indian Ocean presence, Peninsula’s African network now offers shipowners seamless, high-standard bunkering options from the Atlantic to the Indian Ocean.
The Peninsula Advantage: Global Reach, Local Execution
As a global powerhouse operating in over 500 ports across six continents, Peninsula’s move into Mauritania brings “world-class” transparency and documentation to a developing market.
The strength of Peninsula’s network lies in consistency across its global model. Wherever customers operate, from the Americas to the Middle East, they receive the same unified standards in quality, compliance, and service execution.
With major regional hubs in Houston, ARA, Singapore, Fujairah, and Gibraltar, Peninsula’s entry into Mauritania provides shipowners on the West African trade lanes with the security of a global bunker supply chain backed by deep local expertise and unified operational control.
Technical Summary for Industry Analysts
Peninsula’s “first-mover” status in Mauritania, combined with their 2025 expansion in South Africa, suggests a long-term play to de-risk the African shipping routes. As global trade lanes face increasing volatility, a “unified” supply standard across the African continent is a massive value-add for international shipowners.
About Peninsula
Peninsula is a leading physical bunker supplier operating across the globe with a network of offices and operations in the world’s busiest ports. Peninsula functions both as a physical distributor and global reseller of marine fuels, including conventional and alternative energy sources. The company is actively investing in zero-carbon future fuels, such as Biofuels, LNG and methanol, reinforcing its commitment to energy transition.
Source: Peninsula