The volume of refined petroleum products traded in the province of Cuanza-Norte during the first quarter of 2025 reached 27,901.38 metric tons, with diesel accounting for 72% of sales and gasoline representing 21%.
These figures were presented by Luís Fernandes, Director-General of the Regulatory Institute for Petroleum Derivatives (IRDP), at the recent Forum on Investment in the Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas Sector, held in Ndalatando under the theme: “Investment in the Mining and Oil Sector as a Lever for Economic Diversification.”
According to official statistics, Q1 2025 sales marked a 167% increase compared to the same period in 2024. While 27,901.38 metric tons were sold between January and March 2025, only 10,412.20 metric tons were sold in the first quarter of 2024. Additionally, Q4 2024 recorded 15,196.42 metric tons, highlighting a consistent upward trend in product distribution.
Fernandes also provided an overview of the oil derivatives system, emphasizing that a significant portion of the fuel consumed in Cuanza-Norte came from the Luanda Refinery and CABGOC Storage facilities.
Despite the progress, Fernandes acknowledged that the current supply still falls short of meeting the entire province’s demand. However, he expressed optimism due to upcoming projects, including the commissioning of ocean and land terminals, and the implementation of new fuel stations. The completion of strategic projects such as Angola LNG, Sanha, Topping Plant, and expanded storage facilities is expected to further boost efficiency.
Additional infrastructure developments—such as rail-based fuel transport, base oil blending with additives, lubricant production, LPG filling and storage, maritime bunkering, oil and gas pipelines, and retail LPG sales—are projected to significantly improve fuel distribution in the region.
Cuanza-Norte currently has a fuel storage facility with a total capacity of 1,904 cubic meters, with gas deliveries made via road transport through wholesale clients in Luanda and Malanje, using three depots in Cambambe due to the lack of a local LPG filling station.
The province’s fuel retail network includes 18 service stations, comprising 11 Sonangol, 1 Pumangol, 3 independent (White Flag), and 3 operated by TotalEnergies Marketing Angola (TEMA).
According to the National Mapping of Fuel Stations for Q1 2024, there were 15 operational stations, including 14 conventional and 1 containerized unit. However, Fernandes noted that some locations may be inaccurately mapped due to the country’s recent administrative division reform.
Fernandes encouraged the business community to invest in the construction and operation of fuel storage facilities, pipelines, gas networks, and piped gas systems. Key investment opportunities in the province include:
Installation of LPG filling stations (standard, mini, and containerized)
Establishment of lubricant production plants
Wholesale and retail sales of LPG, lubricants, and illuminating oil
Development of LPG cylinder requalification plants and related equipment
These initiatives are seen as pivotal for improving regional supply chains and supporting Angola’s broader economic diversification strategy.
