Member Focus Interview – This series of interviews aims to highlight the values, achievements, and future vision of our member organisations. We delve into the growth strategies that have driven their success and the vital role that collaboration with the ARDA community has played in supporting their business objectives.

LXOIL: Ivorian excellence serving Africa’s downstream petroleum sector

In a sector as strategic as Africa’s downstream petroleum industry, some companies stand out through their ability to combine proximity, expertise and long-term vision. Based in Côte d’Ivoire, LXOIL is steadily establishing itself as a key player in the marketing, distribution and management of petroleum products and derivatives, both locally and internationally.

Since its creation, the Ivorian company has made it its mission to support professionals across various sectors – including transport, exploration, shipping and industry – enabling them to focus fully on their core business activities. Through a comprehensive service offering covering supply by tanker trucks, pipelines and barges, LXOIL meets the supply needs of numerous organisations in Côte d’Ivoire, across the sub-region and beyond.

A Vision Built on Service Quality

For more than five years, LXOIL has based its growth on a strong commitment: providing reliable solutions tailored to the requirements of its clients and partners. The company places great emphasis on ensuring product availability, meeting deadlines and maintaining supply continuity – all essential factors in an industry where responsiveness and precision are critical.

HASSAN TOURE, Managing Director of LXOIL, stated:

“Our ambition is built on clearly defined values: Promptness, Rigour, Integrity, and a true Culture focused on Customer Service and Team Spirit. These principles guide every aspect of our operations and strengthen LXOIL’s ambition to become a recognised local benchmark for service quality.”

Over the years, LXOIL has successfully built strong partnerships with several major organisations, including ENI, OMNI TRAVAUX, SOTRA, MINE IVOIRE and IRES. These collaborations reflect the trust placed in the company and its ability to meet the high standards of Africa’s energy sector.

Innovation, Sustainability and Continuous Improvement

Aware of the environmental challenges currently reshaping the oil industry, LXOIL also affirms its commitment to eco-responsible practices. The company encourages research and development of alternative energy solutions and seeks to integrate more sustainable approaches into its daily operations.

In an environment characterised by intense competition and complex operational requirements, the company has faced numerous challenges. To address them, it relies on the expertise of its teams and on internal and external procedures designed to anticipate risks, optimise operations and continuously improve performance.

This culture of continuous improvement is now one of the main drivers of its growth. LXOIL refuses to rest on its achievements and actively continues strengthening its capabilities to adapt to market developments.

ARDA: A Natural Choice

LXOIL’s membership in the Association of African Refiners and Distributors (ARDA) aligns perfectly with this philosophy of openness and excellence. For the Ivorian company, joining an international organisation bringing together the leading players in the hydrocarbons sector was a natural decision.

Beyond the visibility offered by the association, ARDA has provided LXOIL with valuable collaboration and professional development opportunities through workshops, training sessions and its annual ARDA Week conference. These exchanges have enabled the company to deepen its understanding of the downstream petroleum sector and related professions.

ARDA’s networking initiatives have also helped LXOIL establish strategic partnerships with other industry stakeholders. Through forums and events organised by the association, the company has gained exposure to technological innovations that have since been integrated into its operations to improve both efficiency and sustainability.

Essential Collaboration for the Future of the Industry

For LXOIL, collaboration among ARDA members plays a fundamental role in shaping the future of Africa’s downstream petroleum sector. By facilitating coordination among the various stakeholders in the value chain – refining, transport, storage, trade and distribution – this cooperation helps better serve communities and strengthen the resilience of the industry.

The company also sees industry transformation as a major opportunity to improve cost control and reduce the impact of socio-political contexts on economic activities. According to LXOIL, this transformation dynamic is already underway and is expected to accelerate in the coming years.

A Strong Regional Ambition

As a rapidly expanding company, LXOIL now aims to strengthen its position as a leading independent supplier in West Africa. The company intends to continue promoting an Ivorian brand recognised for service quality and its ability to sustainably support its partners.

Deeply committed to its social and environmental responsibilities, LXOIL also emphasises its desire to create a positive impact within local communities. This human-centred and responsible approach is a key pillar of its identity.

As for the future of ARDA, the company remains optimistic and confident. It notably hopes to one day see an edition of the association’s event organised in Abidjan or another Ivorian city, in order to showcase the country’s expertise and capabilities.

Finally, to African downstream petroleum companies still hesitating to join the ARDA community, LXOIL’s message is simple: “Don’t wait any longer – join us.”

Version française de cette interview : LXOIL : L’excellence ivoirienne au service de l’aval pétrolier africain