Cartagena, Colombia
Refining and deep-water storage on the Caribbean. We arrange crude and product freight, storage and inspection in Cartagena Bay.
Cartagena Bay is naturally 16 to 19 metres deep, enough for large tankers without dredging. It is home to Reficar, Colombia's largest and most complex refinery, run by Ecopetrol, which produces about 210,000 barrels a day.
Independent storage is available at Puerto Bahía, which has eight large tanks and a two-berth jetty. We arrange crude and product freight, storage and inspection.
Refinery and storage
Puerto Bahía, run by Frontera Energy, has eight tanks of 334,000 barrels each. A pipeline link to Reficar has been agreed but is not yet in service.
- Crude and product freight into Cartagena
- Storage at Puerto Bahía
- Independent inspection at the jetties
- Tracking across the Caribbean
Prices in Colombia
Domestic fuel prices are cushioned by the Fuel Price Stabilization Fund (FEPC) and adjusted toward international references, mainly Brent.
Frequently asked questions
Does Cartagena Bay need dredging for large tankers?
No. It is naturally 16 to 19 metres deep.
Is Puerto Bahía linked to Reficar?
A pipeline link is agreed but not yet operating.
How are Colombian fuel prices set?
Under the FEPC stabilization fund, adjusted toward international references.
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Send product, volume and timing. We will propose freight, storage and inspection in Cartagena.