Global LPG & Naphtha Report

From Mont Belvieu to the World, Navigate Global LPG Markets with Clarity

As LPG exports from the U.S. Gulf Coast surge, so does the need for accurate pricing that offers global buyers a competitive edge. The OPIS Global LPG & Naphtha Report introduces OPIS Mont Belvieu Delivered (OMBD) prices, which enables buyers and sellers to compare import prices around the world to the price of product delivered from Mont Belvieu.

This report allows market participants to see where they stand in the global LPG trade and make smarter purchasing and selling decisions, saving time and eliminating the guesswork of calculating freight costs and delivered pricing.

Benefits

  • Validate Assumptions: Access a complete view of global LPG prices with integrated freight, delivered prices, and port costs in one report.
  • Make Smarter Decisions: Compare U.S. export prices with global suppliers daily to ensure you’re getting the best deals.
  • Simplify Benchmarks: Direct price comparisons between Mont Belvieu and global hubs save time and reduce calculation errors.
  • Empower Teams: Provide procurement, trading, and strategy teams with the data needed for quick, informed decisions.

Key Features

  • Global Price Assessments: Delivered pricing from Mont Belvieu and other export hubs to 20+ ports across Asia, Europe, Africa and Latin America, compared to benchmarks like Saudi CP.
  • Freight Rate Updates: Daily updates for VLGCs and weekly for MGCs, keeping you ahead of shipping costs.
  • Panama Canal Insights: Status updates and costs for critical trade routes.
  • Market Intelligence: Refinery and petchem outages and Asia’s monthly steam cracking survey for market insights.
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Why OPIS Mont Belvieu Delivered Pricing Matters

OPIS Mont Belvieu price assessments are not just U.S. benchmarks—they are global benchmarks, as Mont Belvieu exports represent a significant portion of the world’s LPG supply. As global markets increasingly rely on this key hub, understanding how Mont Belvieu prices translate to delivered prices becomes essential for anyone competing in the global LPG trade.

The OPIS Global LPG & Naphtha Report is the only publication that lets you compare import prices around the world to the price of product delivered from Mont Belvieu – and also gives you visibility of FOB prices at the world’s main supply hubs. It’s the first of its kind to integrate pricing, freight rates, port costs, and Panama Canal information into a single, comprehensive report – and the only source featuring the industry-standard OPIS Mont Belvieu benchmarks.

Who We Help

  • Chemical Producers: Compare LPG and naphtha prices side by side to optimize feedstock choices and maximize profitability.
  • Traders: Gain daily insights into price movements and freight rates, enabling smarter trading decisions and better arbitrage opportunities.
  • Procurement Managers: Evaluate global LPG sources, such as Mont Belvieu and Saudi CP, to secure the best supply contracts.
  • Exporters: Understand global market dynamics to position U.S. exports competitively and negotiate better deals with buyers.

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