Bunkering at Las Palmas

Key Port Facts

Fuel Grades Available at Las Palmas

Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Las Palmas. Click any grade for full technical specifications.

Delivery Methods

• Barge
• Pipeline at berth

Primary Anchorages

Las Palmas outer anchorage, port berths

Port Detail

Mid-Atlantic positioning

For vessels on Europe-West Africa trades, or between the Mediterranean and South America via the African side of the Atlantic, Las Palmas is geographically ideal. It also serves fishing vessels, offshore supply ships, and cruise vessels operating in the region.

Regulatory position

As Spanish territory and part of the EU, Las Palmas calls fall under EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime. The Canary Islands have historical tax exemptions that can affect bunker pricing.

Fuels

All standard grades. HSFO remains commercially available for scrubber vessels.

Operational notes

Trade winds (northeast) are reliable year-round; weather rarely disrupts operations significantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Las Palmas tax advantageous for bunkers?

The Canary Islands have a specific fiscal regime (REF) that can affect indirect tax treatment. Specific bunker tax treatment should be verified with suppliers case-by-case.

How does Las Palmas compare to Dakar or Lomé for West African routes?

Las Palmas has more developed infrastructure, broader supplier competition, and more consistent product quality than most West African bunker ports. It is the preferred choice unless specific local calls dictate otherwise.