Energy Trading · Europe & West Africa

OTC & Physical Trading

Natural Gas · Oil Products · Global Markets

A French energy trading company active on European gas futures markets and in the physical import and export of oil products across West Africa.

2
Core Activities
25+
Years of Experience
4
West African Markets
100%
EU & International Compliant

An independent energy trading company

Based in France, OTC & Physical Trading is an independent energy company operating across two complementary businesses: natural gas futures trading on European markets, and the physical import and export of oil products in West Africa.

Our operations are driven by professionals with over 25 years of experience in oil trading, combined with a trusted network of on-the-ground partners in West Africa who ensure the smooth execution of every transaction.

Whether on regulated exchanges or through physical supply chains, we are committed to delivering efficient and secure energy solutions to our partners and clients.

25+

Industry expertise

Our team brings over 25 years of hands-on experience in oil trading, providing the market knowledge and network needed to navigate complex transactions with confidence.

Trusted local partners

We rely on a network of trusted, established partners across West Africa who ensure the seamless execution of operations on the ground — from logistics to final delivery.

Two distinct areas of expertise

OTC & Physical Trading operates two complementary businesses, each with its own markets, expertise and operational framework — united by a shared commitment to performance and integrity.

Natural Gas Trading

European Futures Markets

We trade natural gas futures contracts on regulated European energy exchanges, purchasing and reselling positions to European corporate clients. Our operations are conducted exclusively through licensed access to recognised market infrastructure.

Futures only CEGH licensed European markets

CEGH access — Licensed participant on the Central European Gas Hub (Vienna), the leading gas trading platform in Central and Eastern Europe.

Futures trading — We exclusively trade gas futures contracts, enabling forward price positioning and structured delivery scheduling for our clients.

European clients — We supply gas positions to industrial clients, energy distributors and utilities operating across Europe.

Oil Products Trading

West Africa Import & Export

We are active in the physical import and export of refined oil products across West Africa, backed by over 25 years of industry expertise and a reliable network of local partners who ensure smooth, end-to-end operational execution.

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Regional presence — Active across four West African markets: Ghana, Sierra Leone, Gambia and Liberia.

Local partners — Trusted on-the-ground partners ensure the seamless execution of operations, from logistics coordination to final delivery.

Storage capabilities — Access to local storage infrastructure ensures supply continuity and operational flexibility for our clients.

Our key strengths

We combine rigorous market expertise with operational agility and full regulatory compliance across both our European and African activities.

25+ years of expertise
Deep industry experience in oil trading ensuring informed, strategic decision-making on every transaction
Trusted local partners
Established on-the-ground partnerships in West Africa guaranteeing reliable operational execution
Licensed market access
Accredited participant on the CEGH, the leading gas hub in Central & Eastern Europe
Physical infrastructure
Local storage capabilities in West Africa ensuring supply reliability and flexibility
Regulatory compliance
Full compliance with EU regulations and international energy trading standards
Dual market expertise
Deep knowledge of both European regulated exchanges and emerging physical markets

Ready to work together?

info@otcpt.eu

Whether you are looking for a reliable gas trading partner in Europe or need oil product supply solutions in West Africa, we are here to discuss your requirements.

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