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More than a product. A commercial supply partnership.

Our services are centred on connecting supply with demand and developing practical solutions for customers operating in the petroleum and commodities markets.

Discuss your requirement

01 / Our principle

Our principle

Our services are guided by a simple principle: understand the requirement, assess the opportunity and work towards a commercially sound solution.

Understand

The requirement

Product, volumes, delivery locations, schedules and the commercial arrangements you prefer.

Assess

The opportunity

Supply availability, specification, pricing, logistics and the terms that apply to the transaction.

Deliver

A sound solution

A practical supply arrangement aligned with your operational needs and agreed commercial terms.

How fuel reaches you

From the refinery to your business.

Ever wondered how fuel moves from the refinery to your operation? Here is the supply chain in five steps, and where African Energy fits into each one.

  1. 01

    Refinery

    Crude oil is refined into diesel, petrol, jet fuel and other petroleum products.

  2. 02

    Oil terminal

    Product is imported or received in bulk and held at storage terminals before release.

  3. 03 · AEE

    Sourcing & transport

    AEE sources supply and coordinates bulk transport with appropriate logistics partners.

  4. 04 · AEE

    Bulk delivery

    Product is delivered to depots, sites, mobile fuel stations and distributors on schedule.

  5. 05

    Your business

    Mines, farms, fleets, factories and fuel stations keep operating on reliable supply.

Ever wondered how fuel moves from the refinery to your business? The supply chain, simply

Where AEE adds value

We work in the middle of the chain: sourcing product, arranging transport and delivering in bulk, so your business deals with one commercial partner instead of many.

Discuss your supply Our services

02 / Our core business

Connecting petroleum supply with real business demand.

AEE’s business is built around three complementary areas: petroleum supply and distribution, international trading, and supply-chain and industry support.

A · The foundation of our business

Petroleum importation, wholesale & distribution

We focus on sourcing and supplying petroleum products to eligible wholesale buyers, distributors and commercial end users. Our approach is particularly relevant to fuel-intensive industries where supply planning, price competitiveness and dependable delivery arrangements are critical.

Through bulk sourcing and commercial supply relationships, we connect customers with appropriate product availability, competitive market opportunities and supply arrangements aligned with their requirements. Our core focus includes bulk diesel supply to mining, agriculture, transport, logistics, industrial and other qualifying commercial customers across South Africa.

Whether a business requires fuel for heavy-duty vehicles, mobile equipment, agricultural machinery, generators or industrial operations, AEE aims to develop a supply solution suited to its operational needs and agreed commercial terms.

B · Global trade

International petroleum & commodities trading

Global trade creates opportunities to connect producers, suppliers, buyers and markets across borders. AEE engages in the sourcing and trading of petroleum products and selected commodities, seeking to develop commercially sound transactions between suitable counterparties.

Successful international trading requires more than identifying a product and a buyer. It calls for careful commercial assessment, appropriate counterparty engagement, attention to product specifications, logistics coordination and an understanding of the contractual and regulatory requirements of each transaction.

Trading & commodities

C · Coordination & support

Supply-chain coordination & oil and gas industry support

The movement of petroleum and commodities requires coordinated planning across multiple participants. AEE facilitates the commercial relationships and supply-chain processes that connect product sources with customers, distributors and end users.

Our objective is to help create commercially workable connections between the participants who make energy supply possible.

Oil & gas industry support

03 / Our services

Eight ways we connect supply with demand.

Each service is labelled by how it is delivered: directly by AEE, with partners, or as advisory, so you know what to expect before the first meeting.

01/ 08Core service

Bulk petroleum supply

We engage with eligible customers to assess bulk petroleum requirements, source suitable supply opportunities and develop commercially appropriate arrangements.

  • Requirement assessment
  • Bulk sourcing
  • Agreed commercial terms
Discuss this service
Independent fuel depot with a rigid tanker at the loading bay
02/ 08Core service

Petroleum sourcing & trading

We facilitate commercial engagement around petroleum sourcing and trading opportunities, taking into account product specifications, volumes, pricing and transaction requirements.

  • Specifications
  • Volumes and pricing
  • Transaction requirements
Discuss this service
Petroleum product samples on a quality-control laboratory bench
03/ 08Core service

Wholesale & distribution relationships

We establish and strengthen relationships with eligible wholesalers, distributors and commercial buyers to move petroleum products through appropriate supply channels.

  • Eligible wholesalers
  • Distributors
  • Commercial buyers
Discuss this service
Business owner beside a small fuel tanker at a depot gate
04/ 08Core service

International trade facilitation

We engage with suitable international counterparties to identify and assess petroleum and selected commodity trading opportunities, subject to appropriate due diligence and transaction requirements.

  • Petroleum products
  • Selected commodities
  • Due diligence
Discuss this service
Tankers at anchor in a harbour roadstead at night
05/ 08With partners

Supply-chain & logistics coordination

Delivery planning and supply-chain coordination matter. Depending on the transaction, we work with appropriate logistics and service partners to support agreed delivery requirements.

  • Delivery planning
  • Scheduling
  • Logistics partners
Discuss this service
Aerial view of fuel tankers in convoy on a Highveld highway at golden hour
06/ 08Advisory

Commercial market assessment

Understanding the market is central to sound procurement and trading decisions. We consider relevant commercial factors, customer requirements and available opportunities when assessing supply arrangements.

  • Market factors
  • Customer requirements
  • Opportunity assessment
Discuss this service
Sandton business district skyline at dusk
07/ 08Partnership

Strategic industry partnerships

We welcome partnerships with suitable suppliers, distributors, petroleum-sector businesses and service providers seeking mutually beneficial commercial opportunities.

  • Suppliers
  • Distributors
  • Service providers
Discuss this service
Professionals reviewing engineering drawings in a site office overlooking a terminal
08/ 08

Mobile fuel stations

Relocatable on-site fuel storage and dispensing for operations without permanent fuel infrastructure, replenished through bulk diesel supply.

  • On-site storage & dispensing
  • Bulk diesel replenishment
  • Mines, farms, construction & depots
Discuss this service
African Energy containerised mobile fuel station with canopy and fuel dispenser

01 / 08 · Core service

How it works

Bulk petroleum supply

Bulk supply starts with your requirement. We assess it, look for suitable supply and agree the commercial terms with you before anything moves.

  1. 01

    Requirement

    You tell us the product, estimated volume, delivery location and timing.

  2. 02

    Assessment

    We confirm eligibility, product specification and the regulatory requirements that apply.

  3. 03

    Sourcing

    We identify suitable supply opportunities against the requirement.

  4. 04

    Terms

    Pricing, delivery arrangements and commercial terms are agreed before supply.

To get started, send us

  • Product and specification
  • Estimated volume
  • Delivery location
  • Timeframe
Discuss bulk supply Our products

02 / 08 · Core service

How it works

Petroleum sourcing & trading

Each trading opportunity is assessed on its own merits: the product, the parties and the transaction must all line up before a commitment is made.

  1. 01

    Specification

    Product, origin and specifications are established.

  2. 02

    Volumes & pricing

    Available or required volumes and the pricing basis are assessed.

  3. 03

    Counterparties

    Supplier and buyer suitability, with appropriate due diligence.

  4. 04

    Transaction

    Structure, documentation and delivery terms are agreed.

To get started, send us

  • Product or commodity and origin
  • Volumes available or required
  • Specifications
  • Proposed delivery terms
Discuss a trading opportunity Trading & commodities

03 / 08 · Core service

How it works

Wholesale & distribution relationships

We build supply relationships with eligible wholesalers, distributors and commercial buyers, so product moves through appropriate, compliant channels.

  1. 01

    Introduction

    You tell us about your business, markets and product needs.

  2. 02

    Eligibility

    Licensing and eligibility for the relevant supply channel are confirmed.

  3. 03

    Supply channel

    Products, volumes and delivery arrangements are agreed.

  4. 04

    Relationship

    Ongoing supply is reviewed as your requirements change.

To get started, send us

  • Company and licence details
  • Products required
  • Typical monthly volumes
  • Delivery locations
Discuss wholesale supply

04 / 08 · Core service

How it works

International trade facilitation

We engage with suitable international counterparties on petroleum and selected commodity opportunities, subject to due diligence and the transaction requirements.

  1. 01

    Opportunity

    The product, origin, volumes and proposed terms are presented.

  2. 02

    Due diligence

    Counterparties are assessed before any engagement proceeds.

  3. 03

    Structure

    Pricing, financing arrangements and documentation are evaluated.

  4. 04

    Logistics & compliance

    Cross-border delivery and the applicable regulations are planned for.

To get started, send us

  • Product or commodity and origin
  • Volumes and specifications
  • Delivery terms
  • Nature of the transaction
Discuss a trading opportunity What counterparties send us

05 / 08 · With partners

How it works

Supply-chain & logistics coordination

Delivery planning matters as much as the product. Depending on the transaction, we work with appropriate logistics and service partners to meet the agreed delivery requirements.

  1. 01

    Delivery requirement

    Location, schedule, access and quantities are defined.

  2. 02

    Partners

    Suitable logistics and service partners are engaged for the scope.

  3. 03

    Planning

    Delivery planning and scheduling are agreed between the parties.

  4. 04

    Coordination

    We coordinate commercially through to the agreed delivery.

To get started, send us

  • Delivery location and access
  • Schedule and frequency
  • Product and quantities
Discuss logistics

06 / 08 · Advisory

How it works

Commercial market assessment

Sound procurement and trading decisions start with understanding the market. We consider the commercial factors that affect your supply arrangements.

  1. 01

    Brief

    Your objectives, current arrangements and requirements.

  2. 02

    Market factors

    The commercial factors that influence supply, demand and pricing.

  3. 03

    Options

    Available supply opportunities assessed against your requirement.

  4. 04

    Discussion

    Findings discussed with you to inform supply decisions.

To get started, send us

  • What you want to achieve
  • Current supply arrangements
  • Volumes and locations
Discuss an assessment

07 / 08 · Partnership

How it works

Strategic industry partnerships

We welcome partnerships with suppliers, distributors, petroleum-sector businesses and service providers where there is clear mutual benefit.

  1. 01

    Introduction

    You tell us about your business and what you bring.

  2. 02

    Fit

    We assess the commercial fit and the mutual benefit.

  3. 03

    Terms

    Roles, responsibilities and commercial terms are agreed.

  4. 04

    Partnership

    We work together on opportunities as they arise.

To get started, send us

  • Company overview
  • Capabilities or products
  • The opportunity you see
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08 / 08 · On site

How it works

Mobile fuel stations

Relocatable fuel storage and dispensing, positioned on your site and replenished through our bulk diesel supply.

  1. 01

    Site

    Location, access and where a unit can be safely placed.

  2. 02

    Consumption

    Expected usage, sized against the storage capacity required.

  3. 03

    Specification

    Dispensing, metering and fuel-control requirements.

  4. 04

    Compliance

    Safety, environmental and regulatory requirements for the site.

  5. 05

    Replenishment

    A bulk diesel delivery schedule and agreed contract terms.

To get started, send us

  • Site location and access
  • Estimated diesel consumption
  • Equipment to be fuelled
  • Duration on site
Enquire about a mobile fuel station Full service page

04 / Standards

Certified health, safety and environmental management.

ISO 45001
Certified occupational health and safety management
ISO 14001
Certified environmental management
Assurance
Internal audits and annual management review
Compliance
National statutory legislation and relevant industry regulation
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Our services

Understand the requirement. Assess the opportunity.

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