Streamlining Fuel Supply: How Our Refineries Offset Costs for Vopak Account Holders

Fuel supply chains face constant challenges, especially when storage facilities like Vopak reach capacity or close. Many Vopak account holders find themselves stuck with empty tanks yet still paying storage fees, while fuel sellers demand high prices or turn out to be unreliable. This situation creates frustration and delays in securing essential products like Jet A1, EN590 10 PPM diesel, and D6 fuel.

Our approach offers a practical solution: three refineries willing to offset their pricing to cover all transportation costs, ensuring fuel reaches buyers quickly and affordably. This post explains how this process works, why it matters, and how it benefits Vopak account holders who want to avoid inflated prices and empty tanks.

Refinery storage tanks and pipelines ensuring direct fuel supply

Why Vopak Account Holders Face Challenges

Vopak is a major fuel storage provider, but as facilities fill up or close, buyers with accounts often face two problems:

• Empty tanks: Buyers pay for storage but have no product available.

• High prices: Sellers charge excessive fees or are not genuine, leading to wasted time and money.

  
  

Many sellers in the market are not legitimate, and some scammers have become more sophisticated. This creates uncertainty and risk for buyers who need reliable fuel supply.

How Our Refineries Offset Costs to Solve These Issues

We work directly with over 30 refineries, bypassing the usual 15 brokers who often slow down the process. Three of these refineries have agreed to offset their pricing to cover all transportation costs. This means:

• Buyers pay a fair price without extra transport fees.

• Fuel moves directly from refinery to Vopak or buyer storage.

• No more empty tanks while paying for storage.

• Faster delivery times, typically within 3-4 days.

  
  

This approach keeps the fuel supply chain moving smoothly and saves buyers from inflated costs and delays.

The Simple and Fast Process for Buyers

Our process focuses on speed and transparency. Here’s how it works:

1. Buyer submits LOI/KYC

   Buyers provide a Letter of Intent (LOI) and Know Your Customer (KYC) documents. This step verifies the buyer without needing Vopak account details.

   
   

2. Buyer information sent to seller’s mandate

   Once vetted, the buyer’s details go to the seller’s representative.

   
   

1. Seller’s mandate contacts buyer within an hour

   The seller’s mandate reaches out quickly to exchange Vopak information, ICPO instructions, and finalize terms.

   
   

2. Transaction completes in about 2 hours

   The buyer and seller’s mandate finalize the deal over the phone, ensuring a smooth handoff.

   
   

This streamlined process contrasts with the usual days-long negotiations and paperwork. Buyers who have closed deals with us confirm the speed and reliability.

Fuel tanker truck loading directly at refinery for fast delivery

Pricing Details for Key Fuel Products

Here are the current negotiated prices with commissions paid on the buyer side:

• Jet A1: $80 per barrel (BBL), commission $1.00 per BBL

• EN590 10 PPM Diesel: $570 per metric ton (MT), commission $5.00 per MT

• D6 Fuel: $0.85 per gallon (GL), commission $0.01 per GL

  
  

These prices reflect the refineries’ willingness to absorb transport costs, making fuel more affordable for buyers.

Benefits for Vopak Account Holders

If you have a Vopak account but your tanks are empty, this solution offers several advantages:

• No need to pay for empty storage

Fuel arrives quickly, so you avoid paying for unused tank space.

• Avoid inflated prices from unreliable sellers

Direct refinery pricing reduces risk of scams and overcharging.

• Fast turnaround

Fuel delivery guaranteed within 3-4 days, not weeks.

• Simple paperwork

Only LOI/KYC required, no complicated Vopak account sharing.

• Reliable supply chain

Direct access to refineries ensures consistent product availability.

This approach helps buyers maintain operations without costly delays or uncertainty.

Fuel storage tanks at Vopak terminal ready for direct refinery supply

What Buyers Should Do Next

If you hold a Vopak account and want to avoid empty tanks or overpriced fuel, consider this direct refinery option. Here’s what to do:

• Prepare your LOI and KYC documents.

• Contact the refinery sales team to initiate the process.

• Expect quick contact from the seller’s mandate within an hour.

• Finalize the deal and arrange delivery within days.

  
  

This process requires minimal effort but delivers maximum results.

Final Thoughts on Fuel Supply Efficiency

Fuel supply chains depend on trust, speed, and fair pricing. Our refineries’ offer to offset transportation costs directly benefits Vopak account holders by eliminating empty tanks and inflated prices. Buyers gain access to reliable fuel within days, supported by a simple and transparent process.

If you want to keep your fuel supply steady without unnecessary costs or delays, this refinery-to-Vopak direct solution is the practical choice. Act now to secure your fuel and avoid paying for empty storage.