FOB Houston Petroleum Export
Crude Oil LLP has operated from Houston, Texas since 2014 — positioning us at the heart of the US Gulf Coast petroleum export market. Our 1.6 million m³ Houston terminal is one of the largest independent tank positions on the Houston Ship Channel, enabling FOB supply of crude oil and refined products to any global buyer.
As a Houston crude oil supplier, we export REBCO and CPC Blend crude to European refineries, Asian NOCs, and independent refiners. Our refined product supply covers EN590 diesel, Jet A1, and gasoline for Caribbean, Latin American, and transatlantic buyers.
All Houston cargoes are SGS or Bureau Veritas inspected. Full USGC documentary compliance (CBP, COE, EEI) is handled by our in-house trade compliance team. We facilitate efficient LC and SBLC processing through our banking relationships.
HOUSTON TERMINAL
*VLCC via offshore transshipment or partner terminals
Products Available FOB Houston
Houston as a Petroleum Export Hub
Houston is the epicentre of US petroleum export. Our terminal position on the Houston Ship Channel gives direct access to the world's largest crude oil export infrastructure — with capacity to load Aframax, Suezmax, and VLCC vessels.
FOB Houston positions us perfectly for CIF delivery to Mexico, Caribbean nations, Central and South America — high-growth petroleum importing regions where USGC pricing (WTI/LLS differential) is competitive.
Houston to European ARA ports (Rotterdam, Hamburg) and Mediterranean refineries. US crude exports to Europe surged post-2015 export ban lift — we leverage this infrastructure for REBCO and CPC Blend deliveries.
Our Houston terminal network provides 1.6 million cubic metres of petroleum storage — covering crude, refined products, and petrochemicals. Flexible lifting schedules for monthly and bi-monthly term contracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What crude oil grades are available FOB Houston?
From Houston, we supply REBCO (Russian Export Blend, 31–33° API, medium sour) and CPC Blend (Caspian Pipeline Consortium, 45–46° API, light sweet). REBCO is priced on Platts Urals basis; CPC Blend on Dated Brent basis. Additional grades may be available subject to market conditions.
What vessel sizes can load at your Houston terminal?
Our Houston terminal berths accommodate Aframax vessels (80,000–120,000 DWT), Suezmax (120,000–200,000 DWT), and we can arrange VLCC-sized (250,000+ DWT) liftings via offshore transshipment or partner terminals on the Texas Gulf Coast.
Can you supply petroleum products to the Caribbean or Latin America?
Yes. From Houston, we supply diesel EN590, gasoline, and Jet A1 on CIF terms to Caribbean islands (Jamaica, Trinidad, Dominican Republic, Bahamas), Central America (Panama, Guatemala, Costa Rica), and South American ports (Cartagena, Callao, Santos, Buenos Aires).
What are your payment terms for FOB Houston?
Standard payment terms are confirmed, irrevocable Letter of Credit at sight (LC at Sight) from a first-class international bank. For established counterparties with 12+ months trade history, SBLC-backed open account terms may be discussed. All financial instruments are subject to buyer bank confirmation.
