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Bunkering at Dakar

The Port of Dakar is West Africa's westernmost major port, strategically positioned at the Cape Verde peninsula on the Atlantic. Operated by the Port Autonome de Dakar, it serves Senegalese imports, regional trans-shipment, and as a re-bunker stop for vessels on Atlantic North-South routes.

Key Port Facts

UN/LOCODE
SNDKR
Coordinates
14.67°N, 17.43°W
Country
Senegal

Fuel Grades Available at Dakar

Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Dakar. Click any grade for full technical specifications.

Delivery Methods

Primary Anchorages

Dakar outer anchorage

Port Detail

Atlantic gateway

Dakar is the natural Atlantic entry point for vessels going down the West African coast or transiting Cape Verde routings. Position-wise, it is the closest major African port to Europe and the Americas.

Fishing fleet activity

Senegal is a major West African fishing nation, with EU-quota vessels operating off the Mauritanian-Senegalese coast. MGO supply is steady year-round.

Regional operations

Bunker activity is coordinated with regional West African physical suppliers. Lead times are moderate; 4-7 days typical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dakar a re-bunker for Atlantic crossings?

It can serve as one for vessels on Europe-South America or specific Atlantic routings; however, Las Palmas (Canary Islands) is more commonly chosen for transatlantic re-bunker.

What is the fishing-fleet market like?

Senegal hosts significant EU and Asian distant-water fishing fleets. Bunker market for these vessels is steady and well-developed.

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