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Bunkering at Buenos Aires

The Port of Buenos Aires is Argentina's principal maritime gateway and one of the largest ports in South America. Located on the Río de la Plata, the port serves containers, grain, and general cargo for Argentina and the broader Mercosur region. Bunker supply is available for transatlantic and regional traffic.

Key Port Facts

UN/LOCODE
ARBUE
Coordinates
34.61°S, 58.37°W
Country
Argentina

Fuel Grades Available at Buenos Aires

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

Delivery Methods

Primary Anchorages

Buenos Aires outer anchorage (Río de la Plata)

Port Detail

Río de la Plata system

Buenos Aires anchors the Río de la Plata port system, which includes upriver river ports (Rosario for grain). Buenos Aires handles deep-sea container and general cargo.

Container hub

Major terminals operated by Hutchison Ports, APM Terminals, and local operators. Mainline container services from Asia, Europe, and the US East Coast call here.

Grain export season

Argentine grain exports (soybean, corn, wheat) drive bulk carrier traffic. Most grain loads at upriver Rosario but bunker is typically taken at Buenos Aires or nearby anchorages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Buenos Aires or Santos for South American bunker?

Santos (Brazil) has greater bunker volume and supplier depth. Buenos Aires serves vessels with Argentine/Uruguay cargo or routing along the Plata.

What's typical lead time?

5-7 days nomination-to-delivery is common. Smaller market than tier-1 hubs.

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