01 Product
Siberian Light crude oil supply overview
ALGHAF MARINE FZCO supplies Russian Siberian Light crude oil for qualified refiners and traders under Novorossiysk loading programs and destination-specific delivered structures.
Siberian Light is a Russian light crude grade exported through Black Sea loading points, principally Novorossiysk. It is traded by refiners and traders seeking a relatively light crude with relatively low sulfur.
Refinery value & trading characteristics
Siberian Light is valued by refineries seeking relatively high yields of light and middle distillates from a light crude with relatively low sulfur. Refinery economics depend on crude slate optimisation, local product demand and conversion configuration.
From a trading perspective, key drivers include benchmark movement, quality differential, freight route economics and delivery term structure.
02 Origin
Novorossiysk Siberian Light cargo programs
Siberian Light crude is typically loaded at Novorossiysk on the Black Sea. Novorossiysk loading is a core part of the physical trading route for Siberian Light cargoes directed to Mediterranean and other destination markets.
Cargo programs depend on loading availability, vessel suitability, laycan and the applicable commercial structure confirmed in the offer and SPA.
Origin, sanctions & transaction compliance
Siberian Light is a Russian-origin crude grade. Any proposed transaction is therefore subject to destination-, counterparty-, vessel-, service-provider-, route- and sanctions-specific compliance review.
Commercial feasibility for one buyer, vessel or destination does not imply feasibility for another transaction.
03 Specification
Siberian Light crude oil — typical quality profile
Values are indicative reference characteristics only. Final contractual quality is determined by the cargo-specific assay / CoA.
Reference market assessments typically reflect API gravity around 35.1° and sulfur around 0.57 wt%, although contractual cargo quality may vary within agreed tolerance windows.
| Parameter | Typical profile |
|---|---|
| Crude grade | Siberian Light |
| Origin | Russian Federation |
| Crude type | Light crude |
| API gravity | Approx. 35.1° |
| Sulfur | Approx. 0.57 wt% |
| Density | Cargo-specific / assay-confirmed |
| Quality basis | Cargo-specific assay / CoA |
04 Delivery
Typical Siberian Light cargo size & vessel structure
Typical Siberian Light cargo programs are approximately 80,000–85,000 MT, subject to loading program and vessel suitability.
Final cargo size, vessel requirements and loading window are confirmed for each transaction.
Novorossiysk loading & delivered structures
Novorossiysk loading is the principal Black Sea export point for Siberian Light crude cargoes. Transaction-specific FOB structures may be evaluated according to cargo program, vessel and shipment window.
Destination-specific delivered structures may be evaluated for approved destinations. Final structure depends on cargo program, vessel, destination, freight and contractual allocation of obligations.
For Incoterms responsibilities, review our FOB vs CIF logistics guide.
Quality control & independent inspection
Independent inspection may be arranged according to the SPA at the applicable milestone. Cargo-specific quality is confirmed in the cargo-specific assay or CoA.
Typical Siberian Light shipping documents
- Commercial Invoice
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Cargo-specific assay / Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
- Certificate of Origin (if required)
- Customs export documents
- Insurance Certificate (for delivered structures where applicable)
- Inspection report (if agreed under SPA)
The applicable document set is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
05 Price & enquiry
Siberian Light crude pricing & market differential
Siberian Light is typically priced against relevant benchmark and differential structures used in Mediterranean and international crude markets.
Final pricing depends on benchmark, differential, cargo quality, cargo size, loading window, delivery basis, destination, freight and transaction structure, and is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
Siberian Light buyer details for a workable indication
To support a workable commercial indication, buyers should provide:
- Required cargo size and structure
- Delivery basis — FOB or delivered structure
- Destination and loading window / laycan
- Vessel requirements where applicable
- Company details for qualification
Siberian Light crude price & commercial quotation — how to request
Submit cargo size, delivery basis, destination, loading window and company details via qualification. Following qualification, ALGHAF MARINE FZCO can evaluate the applicable cargo program and current commercial indication.
Siberian Light frequently asked questions
What is Siberian Light crude oil?
Siberian Light is a Russian light crude grade exported through Black Sea loading points, principally Novorossiysk. It is traded by refiners and traders seeking a relatively light crude with relatively low sulfur.
Is Siberian Light a Russian crude grade?
Yes. Siberian Light is a Russian-origin crude grade. Any proposed transaction is subject to destination-, counterparty-, vessel-, service-provider-, route- and sanctions-specific compliance review.
Where is Siberian Light crude oil loaded?
Siberian Light crude is typically loaded at Novorossiysk on the Black Sea. Final loading point and cargo program are confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
What is the typical API gravity and sulfur content of Siberian Light?
Reference market assessments typically reflect API gravity around 35.1° and sulfur around 0.57 wt%. Final contractual quality is determined by the cargo-specific assay and CoA.
What is a typical Siberian Light cargo size?
Typical Siberian Light cargo programs are approximately 80,000–85,000 MT, subject to loading program and vessel suitability.
Can Siberian Light be supplied from Novorossiysk on FOB or delivered terms?
Yes. Transaction-specific FOB and delivered structures may be evaluated according to cargo program, vessel, destination and shipment window. Final structure is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
How is Siberian Light crude oil priced?
Siberian Light is typically priced against relevant benchmark and differential structures, adjusted for cargo quality, loading window, delivery basis, freight and transaction structure. Final pricing is confirmed in the commercial offer and SPA.
What documents accompany a Siberian Light cargo?
Typical documentation includes cargo-specific assay or CoA, Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice and applicable shipping and export documents. The exact document set is defined in the commercial offer and SPA.
How do I request a Siberian Light crude commercial indication?
Provide the required cargo size, delivery basis, destination, loading window and company details. Following qualification, ALGHAF MARINE FZCO can evaluate the applicable cargo program and current commercial indication.
How can a buyer verify a petroleum supplier?
Buyers should verify the legal identity of the contractual counterparty, official corporate communication channels, KYC/KYB information, transaction documentation and the contractual inspection procedure. Cargo-specific operational and inspection documents are provided according to the milestones defined in the SPA.
Can you provide previous Bills of Lading or inspection reports as proof of supply?
ALGHAF MARINE FZCO does not disclose confidential documents from unrelated customer transactions as proof of a new cargo. Cargo-specific documentation, including independent inspection documents where applicable, is provided according to the milestones defined in the SPA.
Can I receive a fresh SGS report before the transaction is contracted?
A fresh inspection report relates to a specific contractual Siberian Light crude cargo. Independent inspection is therefore performed at the applicable milestone defined in the SPA. Historical SGS reports from unrelated cargoes are not presented as proof of current supply.
How are transaction funding instructions issued?
Transaction-specific funding instructions are generated only within the ALGHAF MARINE FZCO Trading Portal after the applicable contractual stage. Wallet addresses are not issued through WhatsApp, Telegram, brokers or informal correspondence.
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Prices shown on this page are indicative only. Transaction-specific terms, origin, loading point, specification and pricing are confirmed in the applicable commercial offer and SPA.