Zero Buoy Trading
Measured from the origin.
An energy and commodity trading company, working across Africa and the Gulf.
Who we are
ZBT sources, finances and moves physical commodities. We work with producers, refiners and buyers who need a counterparty that performs on the terms agreed, in markets where that cannot be taken for granted.
More about ZBT →What we do
Three desks, one standard.
- 01
Energy
Diesel, gasoil and gasoline, alongside crude oil — sourced and delivered against confirmed offtake.
- 02
Minerals & Metals
Coal and bulk minerals, with selective positions in precious metals, each backed by due diligence on the asset and the counterparty.
- 03
Structured Trade
Offtake, prepayment and throughput structures that bring funding, logistics and licensing together for producers and buyers.
How we work
We hold position
We do what the contract says, when it says. Counterparties should be able to navigate by us.
Anchored in Africa
Johannesburg-based, with working relationships across the continent and the Gulf, built on the ground rather than by correspondence.
Everything measured
Inspection at loading, verified counterparties, disciplined structures. From the origin, everything else is measurable.