Port Profile
Bonny Terminal
Maritime Services
Rivers State, Nigeria
Africa's Largest LNG Export Terminal
Bonny Island hosts the Nigeria LNG terminal, one of the world's largest LNG facilities, alongside the Bonny Oil Terminal which handles crude exports from Shell's onshore fields. The area represents some of Nigeria's most complex maritime traffic, requiring specialist knowledge of LNG operations, STS transfers, and Niger Delta regulatory requirements.
We support LNG vessel scheduling, crude tanker operations, and offshore logistics for operators based at or visiting Bonny Island and its surrounding waters. Need to charter a vessel or appoint a port agent at Bonny? We turn enquiries around the same day.
Terminal Information
Nigeria LNG Terminal
Six liquefaction trains with total capacity of 22 MTPA. Nigeria LNG Limited is a joint venture between NNPC, Shell, TotalEnergies, and ENI. LNG carriers load at two dedicated berths capable of receiving Q-Flex and Q-Max vessels.
Bonny Oil Terminal
Shell's principal onshore crude export terminal, loading Bonny Light crude from the surrounding fields. Handles Suezmax and smaller crude carriers. One of Nigeria's longest-operating crude export points.
Vessel Traffic
Among the busiest anchorages in the Gulf of Guinea, LNG carriers, crude tankers, supply vessels, crew boats, and lightering barges operate concurrently. Vessel scheduling requires specialist coordination.
Our Services at Bonny
LNG vessel scheduling support, crude tanker port agency, STS coordination, crew change logistics, offshore supply vessel charter, and 24/7 operations monitoring for Bonny Island operators.
Vessel Clearance Checklist
Step-by-Step: Clearing a Vessel at Bonny Terminal
- •Notice of Arrival (NOA) to NPA / NLNG scheduling
- •Pre-arrival notification to NIMASA
- •Crew list to Nigeria Immigration
- •Advance Cargo Manifest to Customs
- •LNG carrier vetting confirmation (if NLNG cargo)
- •Shell / NLNG berth scheduling confirmation
- •NPA inward clearance: Bonny anchorage
- •NIMASA boarding and inspection
- •Port Health Authority free pratique
- •Immigration crew documentation
- •Terminal operator pre-berthing checks
- •Gas carrier compatibility checks (LNG berth)
- •LNG loading or crude loading survey / tally
- •Statement of Facts (SOF) from terminal
- •Cargo documentation: Bill of Lading, COQ, COO
- •Demurrage / despatch calculation
- •Safety inspection sign-off by terminal operator
- •NLNG or Shell loading master coordination
- •NPA outward clearance
- •Customs export documentation
- •NIMASA departure clearance
- •Port dues & disbursement account settlement
- •Crew departure documentation
- •Departure report to NPA, NIMASA, and terminal operator
Our Bonny / Rivers State team coordinates all LNG and crude clearance on your behalf. Notify us 72 hours before ETA.
Charter & Agency Services at Bonny
For Vessel Owners
Bonny Terminal: Charter Opportunities
Bonny Island generates premium charter requirements for LNG carriers, crude tankers, and offshore support vessels. Our chartering desk connects vessel owners with Nigeria LNG and Shell crude lifting programmes at this terminal.
- • Vessel chartering for LNG carriers and crude oil tankers
- • Offshore support for LNG terminal and Shell operations
- • Premium rates for Bonny Light crude liftings to Europe and Asia
- • Regular cargo requirements from NLNG and Shell joint venture partners
Current Cargo Requirements
LNG Carrier: Bonny to Northern Europe
145,000 m³ LNG • Time Charter • USD Payment
Suezmax Crude: Bonny to Mediterranean
120,000 MT Bonny Light • Voyage Charter • LC at Sight
PSV: Bonny Offshore Supply Run
Supply Run • Bi-weekly • USD Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
Bonny Terminal FAQ
What types of LNG vessels call at Bonny Terminal?
Bonny LNG terminal handles conventional LNG carriers, Q-Flex, and Q-Max vessels. Nigeria LNG has capacity for 22 MTPA across six liquefaction trains. Shell, TotalEnergies, and ENI are joint venture partners.
How long does LNG carrier clearance take at Bonny?
LNG carrier clearance at Bonny takes 24-48 hours including NLNG scheduling, NIMASA boarding, and terminal pre-berthing checks. Our team coordinates all documentation in parallel to minimize delays.
What is the minimum charter period for Bonny crude carriers?
Voyage charters are most common for Bonny crude liftings to Europe and Asia. Minimum charter periods depend on vessel class, typically 30 days minimum for time charters. Contact our chartering desk for current rates.
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Chartering or Clearing a Vessel at Bonny?
LNG and crude operations specialists on standby 24/7. Send us your requirement for a same-day charter quote or port agency appointment.