Alkagesta at ARDA Week 2026 | African Energy Markets

Alkagesta is participating in ARDA Week 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, as a Golden Sponsor of the event, taking place from 13 to 17 April. The company is represented by CEO Orkhan Rustamov, alongside employees from the Business Development Function, Shahlar Mammadov and Rustam Mirzoev.

ARDA – the African Refiners and Distributors Association – convenes industry leaders, policymakers, and market participants to address key priorities in Africa’s downstream sector, including the harmonization of fuel specifications under the AFRI Fuels Roadmap and the advancement of regulatory frameworks.

This year’s event takes place amid heightened volatility in global energy markets. Geopolitical developments continue to impact supply chains and logistics flows, particularly across key maritime corridors, contributing to increased complexity in product movements and pricing dynamics.

At the opening of the conference, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, emphasised the need to expand refining capacity and reduce import dependency, highlighting downstream development as a key factor in meeting future demand and supporting economic stability.

Shifts in global shipping patterns are also reinforcing Africa’s role in international trade flows, with evolving demand for bunkering and fuel supply services across the region.

Alkagesta’s participation in ARDA Week reflects its ongoing engagement with global fuel markets and its involvement in discussions around supply chain resilience, refining development, and energy market dynamics.

About Alkagesta

Alkagesta is a global commodity trading house specializing in petroleum and steel products, fertilizers, and biofuels. Established in Malta in 2018, the company operates as a multinational enterprise with 17 offices and representations worldwide. Alkagesta maintains partnerships with 28 international banks and conducts trading activities across 48 countries, facilitating approximately 9 million metric tons of commodity flows annually. Its extensive logistics network includes access to more than 700,000 cubic meters of storage capacity across Europe and Asia, supporting efficient and resilient global supply chains.

The company offers fully integrated trading capabilities — from sourcing and storage to delivery — underpinned by robust risk management, compliance, and governance frameworks.

Alkagesta was founded in 2018 by its management team and remains privately held and governed by senior leadership. Senior leadership, including the founding team, holds a significant equity stake in the company, which continues to grow in alignment with performance and strategic contribution. Today, the Group employs over 165 professionals and is built on tested systems, experienced governance, and a culture of continuous development.

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