About us

Trafigura is at the forefront of the commodity trading industry. We use market knowledge, logistics and global resources to move physical commodities where they’re needed when they’re needed.

What we do

At the heart of global supply, Trafigura connects the world with the vital resources it needs. Through our Oil and Petroleum Products, Metals and Minerals, and Power and Renewables divisions, we deploy infrastructure, skills and a global network to move commodities from where they are plentiful to where they are needed most, forming strong relationships that make supply chains more efficient, secure and sustainable.

Our markets

Physical Trading

Trafigura adds value by trading physical commodities reliably, efficiently and responsibly. We source products from remote locations. We deliver on-time, on-spec shipments almost anywhere. We support producers, invest in terminals and transportation, and meet the most demanding mandates.

Investing in infrastructure

Trafigura invests worldwide in strategically located infrastructure. We invest in ports, terminals and logistics that enhance our physical trading activities. We build warehouses and storage facilities, operate truck and barge fleets, buy ships and develop mines – whatever it takes to help trade flow.

Trading responsibly

Trafigura’s activities are technically complex and geographically dispersed. We source, store, blend and deliver combustible and hard-to-handle materials across the globe. We own and manage storage facilities, vessels, warehouses and mines. The management of health, safety, environmental and community (HSEC) concerns are central to our planning and decision-making.

Our global network

Our global network supports our trading activities and helps us connect producers and consumers worldwide. Every one of our offices has access to the knowledge, resources and support of the entire Trafigura Group.

Accra, Ghana

Other offices/operations

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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Antofagasta, Chile

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Arica, Chile

Other offices/operations

Asuncion, Paraguay

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Athens, Greece

Shipping and Chartering regional hub

Avellaneda, Argentina

Other offices/operations

Ayacucho, Peru

Other offices/operations

Bahia Blanca, Argentina

Other offices/operations

Barrancabermeja, Colombia

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Barranquilla, Colombia

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Belo Horizonte, Brazil

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Bogota, Colombia

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Brisbane, Australia

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Bucharest, Romania

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Buenos Aires, Argentina

Other offices/operations

Callao, Peru

Other offices/operations

Calgary, Canada

Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub

Campana, Argentina

Other offices/operations

Cartagena, Colombia

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Copiapo, Chile

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Cucuta, Colombia

Other offices/operations

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Other offices/operations

Darrow (Burnside), U.S.A.

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Dubai, U.A.E.

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Foshan, China

Other offices/operations

Geneva, Switzerland

Power and Renewables regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub Shipping and Chartering regional hub

Havana, Cuba

Other offices/operations

Houston, U.S.A.

Shipping and Chartering regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub Power and Renewables regional hub

Huelva, Spain

Other offices/operations

Impala Terminals Bolivia

Other offices/operations

Istanbul, Turkey

Other offices/operations

Jakarta, Indonesia

Other offices/operations

Johannesburg, South Africa

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub

Karachi, Pakistan

Other offices/operations

Kiev, Ukraine

Other offices/operations

Kolwezi, DR Congo

Other offices/operations

Lima, Peru

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub

London, United Kingdom

Other offices/operations

Luanda, Angola

Other offices/operations

Lubumbashi, DR Congo

Other offices/operations

Manila, Philippines

Other offices/operations

Manzanillo, Mexico

Other offices/operations

Mexico city, Mexico

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub

Midland, U.S.A

Other offices/operations

Montevideo, Uruguay

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub Shipping and Chartering regional hub

Mumbai, India

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub

Ndola, Zambia

Other offices/operations

Oruro, Bolivia

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Panama City

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Porto Sudeste, Brazil

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Potosi, Bolivia

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Quito, Ecuador

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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Samarinda, Indonesia

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Santiago, Chile

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub

Seoul, Korea

Other offices/operations

Shanghai, China

Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub

Silkeborg, Denmark

Other offices/operations

Singapore

Shipping and Chartering regional hub Metals and Minerals Trading regional hub Oil and Petroleum Products Trading regional hub Power and Renewables regional hub

Tokyo, Japan

Other offices/operations

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Other offices/operations
Regional offices Other offices

Our services

Whether we are working with producers, existing or potential partners in government or business, or end-users our focus, commitment and global resources get them closer to their markets.

Excellent end-to-end service

We add value at every stage of the supply chain. We offer producers technical advice and financial support. We build infrastructure and develop logistics to streamline and simplify transportation. We operate at scale through state-of-the-art terminals. We deliver on time, on-spec commodities wherever they are needed.

Effective risk management

We manage operational risk with the latest equipment, robust systems and talented people. Our prudent approach to financial risk management unlocks access in volatile markets. We systematically hedge commodity price risk and minimise company-wide risk concentrations.

Improving competitiveness

As innovators we enhance market efficiencies. We grow liquidity by introducing new counterparties and deepening connections between suppliers and end-users. We develop trade routes and product categories. Our infrastructure investments spur economic growth.

Strong financial resources

Trafigura is a reliable trading partner – even in the toughest times. We have the scope and scale to operate in multiple markets. A strong balance sheet supports infrastructure investment, offtake agreements and at-scale operations. Our diversified funding model adds flexibility and allows us to capitalise on opportunities as they arise.

How we add value

Investments and subsidiaries

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