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First Libyan Sharara Cargo Expected Since Force Majeure

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A tanker is expected to shortly load the first Libyan Sharara crude since the force majeure due to the recent protests halted production in January.

  • Suezmax tanker Seaways Montauk is expected to arrive at Libya’s Zawia terminal Jan. 28 according to Bloomberg vessel tracking.
  • Port agent data seen by Bloomberg shows loading scheduled for 29-30 Jan.
  • The Notional Oil Company lifted a force majeure Jan 21 because of Sharara protest disruptions through January.
  • Libya’s oil production returned to 1.2m b/d following the restart of its largest field Sharara according to the Libyan oil minister Jan 23.

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