A tanker carrying more than 21,000 metric tonnes of Shell V-Power petrol is among seven merchant shipping tankers scheduled to call at the Port of Mombasa this week to discharge petroleum and other products.
The medium-range oil and chemical products tanker, M.T. Bellatrix, was scheduled to discharge its cargo at the Kenya Ports Authority’s (KPA) Shimanzi Oil Terminal on Tuesday, October 20, according to the port’s shipping schedule.
Shell V-Power is a premium motor gasoline product that Vivo Energy Kenya exclusively imports and distributes in Kenya.
The company stores the fuel at its Mombasa terminal after discharge, then transports it inland to Shell service stations across the country.
Shell V-Power Tanker Among 7 Ships Delivering Fuel to Mombasa Port
Vivo Energy Kenya also transports Shell V-Power from Shimanzi to Nairobi using Kenya Railways Corporation rail tankers as part of its efforts to distribute the product.
According to the company, Shell V-Power contains three times more cleaning molecules, which help remove engine residue and prevent future deposits from building up on critical engine parts.
The company also says the fuel is formulated to provide continuous protection against corrosion and deposits.
Vivo Energy Kenya operates more than 350 service stations countrywide, offering motorists access to fuel products and other services.
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Six Other Tankers Scheduled at Mombasa Port
Besides M.T. Bellatrix, six other merchant shipping tankers are listed in the shipping schedule for discharge at various terminals at the Port of Mombasa.
M.T. Bow Lynx, carrying 4,900 metric tonnes of base oil, is scheduled to discharge its cargo at the Shimanzi Oil Terminal.
At Kipevu Oil Terminal II (KOT II), M.T. Torm Sublime is listed to discharge 85,000 metric tonnes of gasoil, commonly known as diesel.
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M.T. Maria is scheduled to discharge another 40,000 metric tonnes of gasoil, while M.T. Pis Rinjani is carrying 85,000 metric tonnes of motor gasoline (MOGAS), commonly known as petrol.
The port is also receiving M.T. Arctic Tern and Melati 3, which are scheduled to discharge palm oil cargoes.
The seven tankers form part of the vessels listed to call at the Port of Mombasa during the week, delivering petroleum products, industrial oils and other commodities through Kenya’s main seaport.
The latest announcement follows KPA’s October 21, 2026 statement that 51 vessels were expected to call at the ports of Mombasa and Lamu over the next 14 days.
Mombasa Port is expected to receive 41 vessels, including six oil tankers, 26 container ships, seven conventional cargo vessels and two car carriers.
“Six oil tankers are among 51 vessels expected to call at the ports of Mombasa and Lamu over the next 14 days. The Port of Mombasa will welcome 41 ships, including 6 oil tankers, 26 container ships, 7 conventional cargo vessels and 2 car carriers,” KPA said
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