Important Disclosure. For corporate sponsors and accredited investors. Not a public offer. Local restrictions may apply. Prepared September 2025.
Oil & Gas Trade Finance
We arrange and advise working capital and structured commodity facilities for crude and refined products, LPG, LNG and bunkers. Structures include prepayments, borrowing base revolving credit, inventory repo and tank financing, receivables discounting, DLC and UPAS, LC issuance and confirmation, tolling and throughput backed lines, demurrage escrow and hedge coordination. Minimum facility size is USD 25,000,000. We do not fund directly. Our fees are a non-refundable underwriting retainer plus a success fee at signing or first draw.
Who We Serve
Producers and NOCs
Prepayments against liftings, pipeline or FOB loadings with export proceeds control.
Refiners and Blenders
Crude feedstock and product working capital tied to tank control, assays and throughput.
Traders and Distributors
Voyage and storage finance with named buyers, confirmed LCs or insured receivables.
Core Structures
Prepayments
Advance against future liftings with title transfer, offtake assignment and export proceeds control.
Borrowing Base RCF
Revolver against eligible tanks and receivables. Advance rates by product, tenor and hedge.
Inventory Repo
Title transfer on in-tank product with inspection undertakings, LOIs from terminals and stop-flow rights.
DLC and UPAS
Usance payable at sight to match voyage cash conversion. Confirmation to lift credit quality.
LC Issuance and Confirmation
Issuance through partner banks and global confirms for nominated ports and counterparties.
Receivables Discounting
Purchase or discount of invoices to rated buyers. Insurance to improve advance rates.
Tolling and Throughput
Capacity-backed lines tied to tolling schedules, assays, shrinkage and loss parameters.
Hedging and Margining
FX and flat price hedge coordination. Margin period of risk and stop-out mechanics aligned to covenants.
Demurrage Escrow
Escrow to absorb laytime and demurrage volatility without tripping covenants.
SBLC or APG Support
Supplier prepayments backed by standbys or guarantees with strict title and inspection control.
Documentation and Controls
Core Docs
Sales and offtake contracts, fixture recaps, BLs, CPs, inspection reports, assays, tank receipts, LOIs, insurance by Incoterm and applicable terminal rules.
Control
Title wording, notices to terminals, controlled accounts, assignment of proceeds, perfected security, stop-flow rights and voyage monitoring.
Documentary credits follow UCP 600. Standbys follow ISP98. Reimbursement may follow URR 725. KYC, AML and sanctions checks apply to all parties, vessels and ports.
Indicative Economics
| Case | Size | Tenor | Key Terms | Borrower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prepayment | USD 50,000,000 | 12–24m | Export proceeds control, title transfer, DSRA | Benchmark + 4.5–7.0% |
| Borrowing Base RCF | USD 40,000,000 | 364d revolving | Tanks plus AR base, daily position and hedge | Benchmark + 3.5–6.0% |
| Inventory Repo | USD 30,000,000 | 90–270d | In-tank title, inspection and stop-flow | Benchmark + 4.5–7.5% |
| DLC/UPAS | USD 25,000,000 | 90–180d | Confirmed usance payable at sight | LC margin + confirmation fee |
| Receivables Discount | USD 20,000,000 | Up to 180d | Named buyers, assignment and policy | Discount rate + policy premium |
Pricing varies by product slate, counterparties, storage control, voyage risk, hedge quality and sanctions profile. Third-party costs and bank charges are separate.
Execution Process
Typical timing 8–16 weeks. Prepayments and new terminal controls can extend timelines.
Why Sponsors Hire Us
Control First
Title, tanks, notices, inspections and accounts are set up to withstand credit and audit.
Sanctions Aware
We screen vessels, owners, flags, ports and trade routes. Controls reflect current rules.
Execution Discipline
Clear document lists, lender checklists and feedback memos. No runaround.
Market Access
Banks, funds and programs active in crude and products across key hubs.
Request Oil & Gas Trade Finance Support
Send your flows, tank maps, counterparties and hedge policy. We will respond with scope, a checklist and a call slot.
Open Client IntakeFAQs
Do you fund directly?
No. We act as arranger and advisor. Banks, funds and programs provide capital.
Minimum size?
USD 25,000,000 aggregate. Smaller only if part of a larger program or portfolio.
Eligible products?
Crude, gasoline, diesel, jet, fuel oil, LPG, LNG and selected petrochemicals.
Jurisdictions?
Global subject to KYC and sanctions. We avoid embargoed parties, vessels and ports.
What improves terms?
Confirmed LCs or rated buyers, strong tank control, clean inspection history and clear hedge policy.
Upfront costs?
Our retainer plus third-party costs such as KYC, inspections, insurance, legal and bank charges.
Disclaimer. All facilities are subject to KYC and AML, sanctions screening, underwriting, collateral verification and documentation. We do not guarantee funding. Terms can change after diligence.
