Metals

A growing footprint across the ferrous and non-ferrous metals markets

As a relatively recent entrant in metals, Vitol is leveraging almost 60 years of logistical expertise and trading capacity to grow its presence in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Vitol serves wholesalers and industrial customers worldwide. Our business is built on investment in long-term partnerships and a focus on finding optimal solutions for our customers. As the world’s leading trader of energy, Vitol is able to offer customers comprehensive and bespoke solutions, from financing through to cross-commodity arrangements.

$13+ billion
long-term assets
6 decades
of logistical expertise
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Iron ore

Working with suppliers across the main iron ore producing regions, we source lumps, pellets, fines and concentrates, depending on customer requirements. We work closely with counterparts in China, India, Europe the Middle East and globally, supplying feedstock for both traditional and sustainable steel production.

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Aluminum, alumina & bauxite

We source a range of product based on client specifications including energy source, density, shape and quality. Vitol provides inputs to semi-fabricators globally who supply clients in the aerospace, automotive, construction, electronics and packaging and can industries.

 

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Copper

As the global copper market grows and participants navigate an increasingly complex trade environment, Vitol plays a key role in the supply chain. We source and deliver a range of copper raw materials and refined metal across major producing regions and demand locations. Working directly with miners, smelters, refineries and semi-fabricators, we provide the optimal solution to meet feed requirements.