Muscat, Oman – June 2025, TFG-OOMCO LLC, the newly formed joint venture between TFG Marine, the global leader in marine fuel supply and procurement, and Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO), Oman’s premier fuel marketing entity, has officially commenced bunkering operations. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in the development of Oman’s maritime fuel infrastructure, delivering reliable, transparent, and technology-driven bunkering services across the Sultanate’s key ports of Duqm, Muscat, and Sohar.
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Elevating Oman’s Position as a Regional Bunkering Hub
With global shipping routes witnessing unprecedented growth, Oman’s key ports — Port of Sohar, Port Sultan Qaboos, and Port of Duqm. are strategically positioned to serve as pivotal marine fuel supply centers in the Arabian Gulf.
Port of Sohar, a deep-sea port with state-of-the-art infrastructure and investments exceeding $27 billion, offers unrivaled access to emerging markets in the Gulf and beyond. Alongside Sohar, Port Sultan Qaboos and Port of Duqm collectively enhance Oman’s capacity to accommodate increasing vessel traffic with modern facilities and seamless logistics.
The launch of TFG-OOMCO LLC is perfectly aligned with Oman Vision 2040, underpinning national ambitions to develop a competitive and sustainable maritime transport sector.
Synergizing Local Expertise and Global Excellence
TFG-OOMCO LLC marks a strategic alliance that unites OOMCO’s deep local expertise with TFG Marine’s global reach and operational excellence. By combining OOMCO’s strong market presence in Oman with TFG Marine’s international network of over 35 bunkering hubs, advanced infrastructure, and proven logistics capabilities, the joint venture is set to deliver reliable, transparent, and high-quality bunkering services across the Arabian Gulf.
Supplying all grades of marine fuels, this partnership brings a new standard of service to the region. As TFG Marine’s first venture in the Middle East, it also underscores Oman’s growing role as a regional maritime hub — ideally located along critical global shipping routes connecting the Arabian Gulf, the Indian subcontinent, and beyond.
Kenneth Dam, Global Head of Bunkering at TFG Marine, commented “We’re proud to launch this new joint venture with OOMCO and begin operations in Oman. The Arabian Gulf is a vital region for global shipping and by combining TFG Marine’s and OOMCO’s respective commercial strengths, we’re bringing a new level of efficiency and customer service to marine fuel supply in the area.”
Pioneering Transparency and Innovation with Mass Flow Meter Technology
Central to TFG-OOMCO’s operational ethos is the deployment of advanced Mass Flow Meter (MFM) technology, calibrated to the rigorous ISO 22192 standard. This innovation delivers precise, verifiable fuel measurement, setting a new benchmark for transparency and trust in the bunkering industry.
The venture’s capabilities were exemplified by the earlier deployment of the MFM-equipped bunker vessel Margherita Cosulich at Sohar Port, following an MOU with SOHAR Port and Freezone. This initiative underscores the JV’s commitment to digitalization, operational excellence, and the long-term decarbonisation of the shipping sector.
About Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO)
OOMCO stands as Oman’s leading fuel marketing company, distinguished by 100% Omani ownership and a robust presence across the Sultanate with 236 service stations. The company commands over 40% of Oman’s fuel market and is actively expanding its footprint into Saudi Arabia and Tanzania. OOMCO offers a diverse portfolio including retail fuels, commercial fuels, lubricants, aviation fuels, marine fuels, and complementary non-fuel services.
About TFG Marine
Founded in 2020 as a joint venture between Trafigura Group Pte, Frontline Ltd, and Golden Ocean Group Ltd, TFG Marine is a global powerhouse in marine fuel supply and procurement. With a network covering 35 key bunkering hubs worldwide and an annual supply exceeding 10 million metric tonnes, TFG Marine leads the industry in transparency, innovation, and sustainable practices.
About TFG-OOMCO LLC
TFG-OOMCO LLC represents a transformative partnership between Oman Oil Marketing Company and TFG Marine. It leverages OOMCO’s market leadership and TFG Marine’s global marine fuel expertise to offer best-in-class bunkering services in Oman’s strategic ports of Sohar, Sultan Qaboos, and Duqm. The joint venture is poised to meet growing demand with reliable, technologically advanced, and fully transparent marine fuel supply solutions.
Source TFG Marine | OOMCO