Guaraguao Terminal

Crude oil terminal in the José–Anaco complex. Heavy and extra-heavy crude exports.

Guaraguao Terminal is a crude oil export facility located in the José-Anaco Petrochemical Complex, near Puerto La Cruz. Specialized in loading heavy and extra-heavy crudes from eastern Venezuelan oil fields, this terminal plays a crucial role in the country's hydrocarbon export system. Guaraguao features specialized loading systems to handle low API crudes that require heating.

The terminal is part of the logistics system that transports crude from production fields in the Orinoco Oil Belt to export vessels. The facilities include storage systems, high-capacity loading equipment, and necessary infrastructure to operate in coordination with José Terminal and other points in the complex. Guaraguao's location allows operational flexibility to distribute cargo among different vessels and optimize loadings according to market demand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Guaraguao?
Guaraguao is a heavy and extra-heavy crude export terminal in the José-Anaco complex. It is one of the most important loading points in eastern Venezuela.
What type of crude does Guaraguao export?
Guaraguao exports heavy and extra-heavy crude (low API) from oil fields in eastern Venezuela to international markets.

Cargo types

Crude oil
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