Key Port Facts
Fuel Grades Available at Lagos (Apapa)
Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Lagos (Apapa). Click any grade for full technical specifications.
Delivery Methods
- Barge at anchorage
Primary Anchorages
Lagos outer anchorage (Bonny channel)
Port Detail
West Africa container gateway
The Apapa/Tin Can Island port complex handles the majority of Nigerian containerised cargo. CMA CGM, MSC, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd all maintain Nigerian services.
Nigerian Ports Authority
NPA manages port operations with private terminal operators including APM Terminals Apapa. Bunker supply is coordinated with Nigerian and regional physical suppliers.
Security considerations
Vessels operating in the Gulf of Guinea should follow current BMP-WA (Best Management Practices West Africa) guidance for piracy risk. We coordinate bunker operations to minimize anchorage exposure time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to bunker at Lagos?
Bunker operations at Lagos are routine, but vessels should follow BMP-WA guidance for Gulf of Guinea operations. Anchorage time should be minimized.
What are typical lead times?
Lead times of 5-7 days for stems are typical, longer than tier-1 hubs but consistent with West African market norms.