Rainoil Limited has received MT Princess Oge, a 45,000MT oil
product tanker, on her maiden voyage into Nigerian waters, marking a
significant milestone in the company’s supply chain and logistics operations.
The Japan-built vessel, with a deadweight tonnage
(DWT) of 45,996MTS and a draft of 12.072M, successfully discharged 20,000MT
of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at Rainoil’s Ijegun depot.
The reception ceremony drew senior Rainoil executives,
including the Group Head, Retail Sales, Mrs. Ese Erokoro; Group Chief
Financial Officer, Mrs. Uche Umeh; Retail Executive, Ms. Oge Ogbechie; Brand
& Corporate Communications Manager, Ifeanyichukwu Omezi; and Trading
Manager, Mr. Larry Onwochei, alongside other key staff.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Gabriel Ogbechie, Group
Managing Director of Rainoil Limited, described the development as a bold
step in strengthening the company’s logistics capacity and Nigeria’s downstream
infrastructure.
“The acquisition and reception of MT
Princess Oge is not just about expanding our logistics capacity; it is also a
long-term investment in Nigeria’s maritime and downstream sector. It reflects
our belief that private sector players must continue to build infrastructure
that ensures energy security for the country,”
he said.
Rainoil noted that the new tanker would enhance
operational excellence, ensure consistent nationwide fuel supply, and
reaffirm the company’s status as a key player in Nigeria’s energy sector.
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