Why has Uganda delayed its first crude oil exports to early 2027, and what infrastructure shortfall is cited?

Uganda has delayed its first crude oil exports to early 2027 because key infrastructure — specifically the export pipeline — has yet to be completed, despite earlier plans for commercial production to begin this year.

What role will Vitol play in Uganda's oil exports, and what existing ties does it have with the country?

Vitol has been appointed by Uganda to market the country's 15% share of crude oil production from its oilfields; it is already Uganda's sole importer of refined petroleum products and provided a $2 billion loan to the state-owned Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) last year as part of its broader African expansion.

Uganda Appoints Vitol to Market Crude, Expanding Trader's Role

Sep 7, 2026

Uganda appointed Vitol to market its crude oil exports, delaying commercial production to early 2027 due to infrastructure delays. The deal expands Vitol's regional presence alongside partners TotalEnergies and CNOOC in the Pearl Sweet project.

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