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Novorossiysk petroleum loading for FOB Black Sea cargoes

This route guide covers petroleum cargo execution through Novorossiysk on the Black Sea, including applicable EN590, Jet A-1 and marine fuel programs. FOB loading and destination-specific CIF structures may be evaluated subject to product allocation, vessel requirements and shipment window.

Novorossiysk is one transaction-specific loading route and does not represent all loading regions available through ALGHAF MARINE FZCO.

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Novorossiysk as a Black Sea petroleum loading route

Novorossiysk is a major Black Sea loading location used for petroleum and bulk liquid cargo movements. ALGHAF MARINE FZCO may evaluate route-specific cargo programs through Novorossiysk where the applicable origin, product allocation, destination and transaction structure permit.

Depending on the individual program, products may include EN590 10 ppm diesel, Jet A-1, RMG 380, VLSFO and other petroleum grades.

Availability is transaction-specific. Listing a product on this route page does not represent a standing inventory commitment.

For the wider international execution model, see International Petroleum Logistics.

FOB Novorossiysk — how execution works

Under an FOB Novorossiysk transaction, the contractual cargo is delivered on board the buyer-nominated vessel at the agreed loading point. Vessel nomination, laycan, terminal acceptance, inspection and documentary requirements are governed by the SPA and applicable operational procedures.

Buyer-side inputs normally include

  • Product / specification
  • Quantity
  • Shipment window
  • Vessel nomination
  • Q88 where applicable
  • Vessel type / DWT / draft
  • ETA
  • Destination
  • Required inspection parameters where applicable

Seller-side execution normally includes

  • contractual cargo preparation
  • loading coordination
  • applicable terminal / operational arrangements
  • transaction-specific inspection
  • shipping and export documentation
  • loading completion according to SPA

Typical Novorossiysk loading timeline

  1. Buyer submits product, specification, volume and shipment window.
  2. Buyer/company qualification.
  3. Trading Portal registration and KYC/KYB.
  4. Commercial indication / offer.
  5. SPA / PI.
  6. Electronic signing.
  7. Transaction-specific funding instructions issued inside the Trading Portal.
  8. First contractual funding stage.
  9. Cargo allocation and logistics coordination.
  10. Buyer vessel nomination for applicable FOB transaction.
  11. Terminal / operational acceptance and scheduling.
  12. Independent inspection at the contractual milestone.
  13. Cargo loading.
  14. Shipping and cargo documentation.
  15. Subsequent contractual stages and settlement.

Vessel nomination & Q88

For FOB marine cargo execution, the buyer nominates the receiving vessel according to the requirements stated in the SPA.

Information may include:

  • Vessel name
  • IMO number
  • Q88
  • DWT
  • LOA / beam
  • Draft
  • Flag
  • P&I information where applicable
  • ETA / laycan compatibility

Vessel acceptance remains subject to applicable terminal, operational, compliance and contractual requirements.

Inspection & quality control at loading

Quality and quantity verification is performed according to the SPA and the applicable contractual milestone.

Inspection may be performed by SGS, Bureau Veritas, CCIC or another agreed independent inspection company.

Inspection parameters depend on the product. For example, EN590 may require verification of sulfur, density and cold-flow characteristics; Jet A-1 requires aviation-fuel-specific quality parameters; marine fuels require the applicable contractual ISO 8217 parameters.

Cargo-specific CoA / quality documentation according to the applicable supply program and SPA. Cargo-specific inspection and quality documents relate to the contractual cargo. Historical SGS, CoA or inspection reports from unrelated transactions are not presented as proof of current supply.

Novorossiysk shipping & export documents

The final documentary package depends on the product, origin, vessel, destination and contractual structure.

Depending on transaction, documents may include:

  • Commercial Invoice
  • Bill of Lading
  • Certificate of Analysis / Quality
  • Quantity / Quality Inspection Report
  • Certificate of Origin where applicable
  • Export / customs documentation where applicable
  • Insurance documentation where applicable under CIF
  • Other shipping documents defined by the SPA

NOR, laytime & demurrage

Notice of Readiness (NOR)

NOR is submitted according to the contractual and operational conditions applicable to the nominated vessel and loading arrangement. Acceptance and commencement of time counting depend on the SPA, charter-party structure where applicable and relevant terminal procedures.

Laytime

Allowed laytime and commencement rules are defined contractually and may depend on vessel readiness, terminal acceptance and loading conditions.

Demurrage

Demurrage may apply when contractual laytime is exceeded, subject to the terms, exclusions and calculation methodology defined in the applicable contract.

FOB Novorossiysk vs CIF delivery

FOB Novorossiysk

The buyer normally nominates the vessel and arranges the main ocean carriage.

CIF from a Black Sea loading program

Where a CIF structure is commercially available, ALGHAF MARINE FZCO may arrange the applicable freight and insurance to the nominated destination according to the commercial offer and SPA. CIF to approved destinations, subject to route, vessel and compliance review.

Route, origin & compliance

Novorossiysk is a physical loading location. Product origin, contractual seller, vessel, destination and transaction route remain separate compliance attributes and are reviewed for the individual transaction.

Black Sea / Novorossiysk cargo programs are evaluated according to the applicable product origin, destination, vessel, counterparties and transaction requirements.

Buyers whose internal policies require non-sanctioned or alternative-origin supply should indicate this requirement during qualification so that an appropriate cargo program can be evaluated. See compliance.

Buyer details required for a Novorossiysk indication

  • Product
  • Required specification
  • Quantity
  • Trial or recurring program
  • FOB Novorossiysk or CIF destination
  • Preferred loading / delivery window
  • Buyer company
  • Destination
  • Buyer vessel details for FOB where applicable
  • Q88 where applicable
  • Inspection requirement
  • End buyer / trader / intermediary status
  • Readiness to proceed under the ALGHAF MARINE FZCO transaction framework

Request a Novorossiysk commercial indication

Provide the required product, specification, quantity, basis, shipment window and buyer company details. Following qualification, ALGHAF MARINE FZCO can evaluate the applicable Black Sea cargo program and current commercial indication.

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Novorossiysk loading FAQ

Do you offer FOB Novorossiysk petroleum cargoes?

FOB Novorossiysk may be available for applicable petroleum cargo programs, subject to product allocation, specification, vessel acceptance, shipment window and transaction-specific compliance review.

Can ALGHAF MARINE FZCO arrange CIF from a Novorossiysk loading program?

Where commercially and operationally available, a CIF structure may be evaluated to the buyer’s nominated destination. Final route, freight, insurance and delivery terms are confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.

What documents are typically provided for a Novorossiysk cargo?

The transaction-specific documentary package may include the Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, cargo-specific CoA, quantity and quality inspection documentation, applicable origin/export documents and other documents defined in the SPA.

What is NOR?

Notice of Readiness is the vessel’s formal notice of readiness under the applicable contractual and operational conditions. Its validity and effect on time counting depend on the SPA, terminal procedures and other applicable contractual terms.

How is laytime handled?

Laytime allowances, commencement rules and exclusions are defined in the applicable contract and operational terms for the specific cargo and nominated vessel.

When does demurrage apply?

Demurrage may apply when contractual laytime is exceeded, subject to the calculation rules, exclusions and other conditions defined in the applicable contract.

Can independent inspection be arranged at loading?

Yes. Independent inspection may be performed by SGS, Bureau Veritas, CCIC or another agreed inspector at the contractual milestone defined in the SPA.

This page describes a route-specific Black Sea execution framework. Product availability, origin, loading point, vessel acceptance, documentation and commercial terms are confirmed for the individual transaction and SPA.