NIBIC holds inaugural edition, set to revolutionise bunker industry

The Nigeria International Bunker Conference (NIBIC) has announced its inaugural edition, taking place April 7 to 9, 2025 in Lagos.

This groundbreaking conference is the result of a collaborative effort between All Seasons Energy and Marine Enterprises Limited and Pride Creative Enterprise and Multimedia Limited, with the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping (NCS) and the Nigeria Bunker Traders Association (NBTA) as partners.

The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) and Nigeria Shipowners’ Association are supporting partners, The Nigerian Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy is the principal partner of the conference.

NIBIC aims to position Nigeria as the premier bunker hub in Africa, leveraging the country’s strategic location, vast oil and gas reserves, and upcoming infrastructure developments, including the new Dangote refinery and the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s refineries.

The conference will bring together local and international stakeholders in the oil and gas and maritime sectors, as well as business leaders and government officials, to discuss the future of the bunker industry in Nigeria and Africa.

According to Alhaji Abdulkadir Hassan, Conference Coordinator, “NIBIC is a call to action for all stakeholders in the bunker industry to come together and shape the future of this critical sector. We believe that Nigeria has the potential to become a leading bunker hub in Africa, and we are committed to making this vision a reality.”

Chief Charles Anyiam-Osigwe, Chairman of NIBIC, reiterated the conference objective saying, “NIBIC is designed to be a catalyst for change, driving the growth and development of Nigeria’s bunker industry. We invite all stakeholders to join us in this exciting journey”.

The three-day conference will commence with the Basic Bunker Trading Course on April 7, 2025, facilitated by the IBIA. The main conference, taking place on April 8 to 9 2025,. It will feature a range of sessions, including keynote addresses, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.

Topics to be discussed include, the future of bunkering in Nigeria, regulatory frameworks, infrastructure development, and sustainability in the bunker industry. Interested participants can visit: wwwnibunkerindustryconference.com.