Key Port Facts
Fuel Grades Available at Walvis Bay
Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Walvis Bay. Click any grade for full technical specifications.
Delivery Methods
- Barge at anchorage
- Alongside at terminal
Primary Anchorages
Walvis Bay outer anchorage
Port Detail
Namport operations
The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) operates Walvis Bay as a regional gateway for SADC landlocked nations. The recently expanded container terminal has 14.4-m draft alongside.
West African Atlantic routing
Walvis Bay serves vessels on Atlantic Europe-South America-Cape Town routings as well as fishing fleets working the Benguela current. Bunker demand is steady year-round.
Cold sea conditions
The Benguela current keeps waters cool — vessel masters should account for changed fuel viscosity behavior versus tropical bunkering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Walvis Bay handle large vessels?
Yes — the new container terminal accommodates ULCV-class tonnage with 14.4-m draft. Pilotage is compulsory.
Is there a fishing-fleet bunker market?
Yes — the Namibian fishing industry generates steady MGO and LSMGO demand, complementing commercial traffic.