Gapuma Group Named Chevron Base Oil Distributor in Nigeria
PRESS STATEMENT Release: 11 AUG 2025
London, UK — Gapuma Group is proud to announce its appointment by Chevron Products Company, a division of Chevron U.S.A. Inc., as the official distributor of Chevron premium base oils in Nigeria, effective from August 2025.
Chevron’s decision to partner with Gapuma reflects the Group’s strong in-region expertise, longstanding commercial presence, and commitment to delivering technical and logistical excellence in the Nigerian lubricants market.
Nigeria, Africa’s third-largest lubricants market, is undergoing a significant shift towards higher quality formulations. This agreement enables Gapuma to introduce Chevron’s premium Group II/II+ base oils to local formulators—providing enhanced supply reliability and supporting the industry’s transition to more advanced, efficient lubricants.
“We are honoured to be entrusted with representing Chevron’s premium base oils in such a pivotal market,” said Stephen Harris, Group Director of Operations, Gapuma. “Chevron is globally recognised for its high-performance base oils and commitment to technical collaboration. Together, we can support Nigerian lubricant blenders in meeting rising API, ACEA, and OEM standards with confidence and clarity.”
With this agreement, Gapuma strengthens its role as a trusted bridge between global producers and African markets, while helping customers optimise formulations and reduce complexity in an evolving regulatory landscape.
About Gapuma Group
Gapuma Group is a UK-headquartered multinational trading and logistics company with over 26 years of experience supplying critical commodities, technologies, and materials across emerging markets. With a network that spans Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa, Gapuma has built a strong reputation for delivering integrated supply chain solutions tailored to the needs of both public and private sector clients.
Incorporated in 1999, Gapuma began as a niche supplier and has since grown into a global partner in trade, procurement, and distribution, particularly across energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. The company’s operations are underpinned by a deep understanding of regional markets, a robust compliance framework, and long-standing relationships with manufacturers and end-users.
Gapuma’s in-country presence in several African markets enables the Group to provide agile logistics support, technical expertise, and local insight—ensuring timely, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of goods and services. With warehousing and distribution capabilities aligned to global standards, Gapuma continues to expand its footprint across the continent, including recent investments in value-added industrial supply chains.
Guided by a commitment to quality, integrity, and innovation, Gapuma’s mission is to bridge global supply with local demand, enabling clients to meet evolving technical, environmental, and commercial challenges. The Group’s ongoing focus on sustainability, regional employment, and capacity building further reflects its role as a responsible and forward-thinking trade partner.
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shahab@gapuma.com