Tianjin, China
The energy and chemicals zone on Bohai Bay. We arrange crude, chemical and LNG logistics at Tianjin's Nangang zone.
Nangang is a purpose-built 200 square kilometre heavy-chemicals zone on Bohai Bay. Crude, LNG and refining sit inside one planned zone, with tenants including Sinopec, PetroChina, CNOOC, Shell and SABIC.
Sinopec's Tianjin complex started a 1.2 million tonne ethylene unit in November 2024. We arrange crude, chemical and LNG logistics and inspection.
The Nangang zone
The zone was established in 2009 by the Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area. Crude for regional refineries arrives at deep-water terminals on the bay.
- Crude freight to Tianjin
- Chemical tanker freight
- LNG carrier scheduling
- Independent inspection at each transfer
Pricing
There is no Tianjin-specific benchmark. Crude references usually include the INE futures contract and Middle East benchmarks.
Frequently asked questions
What sits in Nangang?
Refining, ethylene and LNG import facilities from Sinopec, PetroChina, CNOOC and others.
When did the new ethylene unit start?
November 2024, at 1.2 million tonnes a year.
Is there LNG at Tianjin?
Yes. Three LNG berths can operate at the same time.
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Tank material matched to product, nitrogen blanketing, dedicated lines and audited grade changes.
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Send cargo, volume and timing. We will propose freight and inspection.