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Industrial Diesel Oil

Understanding Industrial Diesel Oil (IDO): Powerful Applications and Key Benefits

Introduction Industrial Diesel Oil (IDO) is a critical fuel in various industrial sectors, providing the energy necessary to power a wide range of machinery and equipment. As a leading supplier of IDO and Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) in Kenya, Heavycraft Supplies Ltd plays a vital role in ensuring that industries across the country have access […]

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Where to Get Industrial Diesel Oil in Kenya at the Lowest Prices

Industrial sectors in Kenya ranging from manufacturing and transport to construction and energy rely heavily on industrial diesel oil in Kenya to power machinery, generate heat, and keep operations running efficiently. Also known as furnace oil, this essential fuel ensures industries remain productive and competitive in today’s demanding economy. But where exactly can businesses find

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EPRA

Understanding the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA): 4 KEY FUNCTIONS and Heavy Fuel Oil Regulation INCLUDING LATEST FUEL PRICES IN KENYA

Fuel is the lifeblood of any modern economy, and in Kenya, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) stands as the crucial custodian, ensuring stability, fairness, and sustainability in this critical sector. From the petrol in our cars to the heavy fuel oil powering industries, EPRA’s mandate touches every aspect of energy consumption in the nation. This blog

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HFO

How Furnace Oil (HFO) Transforms Boiler Rooms: An Essential Guide to Efficient and Reliable Heating

1. Understanding Furnace Oil in Boiler Rooms Furnace oil, often referred to as heavy fuel oil (HFO), is a dense, viscous byproduct of crude oil refining. It serves as a key energy source in industrial boiler systems across the globe. In boiler rooms, HFO is combusted to generate thermal energy in the form of steam

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Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO)

How Much Does Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) Cost in Kenya? Discover the Hidden Factors Driving Global and Local Prices

At the very base of Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) pricing are the global crude oil benchmarks. Brent and WTI crude oil prices are the fundamental building blocks, much like the flour in a cake. Since HFO is a residual product from crude oil refining, its base cost largely tracks these international crude trends. The interconnectedness

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Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO)

How Much Does Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) Cost in Kenya? 10 Critical Insights You Need to Know About Global Pricing, Local Pressures, and Hidden Cost Drivers

📦 1. Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) Benchmarks & Refining Margins 🌍 2. Global Bunker Fuel Indices & Port-Level Benchmarks ⚓ 3. Regional Supply–Demand Balance & Shipping Market Conditions 🛳️ 4. Oil Quality Standards & Specification Costs 🔌 5. Logistics, Freight & Import Infrastructure 📦 6. Import Tariffs, Taxes & Regulatory Levies ♻️ 7. Currency Exchange

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Iran-Israel-America at War: Strait of Hormuz Blockage

Iran-Israel-America at War: Strait of Hormuz Blockage and the Impacts on Global Oil Industry, Especially Heavy Fuel Oil Supply to Kenya

The world is once again on the edge of a geopolitical oil crisis, and the flashpoint is a narrow but vitally important body of water: the strait of Hormuz. As tensions between Iran, Israel, and America escalate into the possibility of open conflict, global energy markets are bracing for the worst. For countries like Kenya,

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fuel

Powering Kenya’s Future: Top Alternative Fuel Sources for KENYAN Factories

Kenya’s industrial sector stands as a vital engine for economic growth, and at its core lies the critical choice of fuel to power factories and drive production. In 2025, this decision is more complex and strategic than ever. While conventional fuels like furnace oil (also known as Heavy Fuel Oil – HFO) and Industrial Diesel

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Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) and Intermediate Diesel Oil (IDO)

In Kenya, Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) primarily fuels large-scale power plants and heavy manufacturing industries like cement and steel, where it’s used in boilers, furnaces, and kilns for heat and steam generation. It’s also used in marine transport and large mining operations for powering machinery. Intermediate Diesel Oil (IDO) caters to smaller to medium-scale industries

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Furnace Oil in a Changing Climate: Why it Still Fuels Kenya’s Industries in 2025

As of mid-2025, in a world increasingly conscious of climate change and transitioning towards greener energy sources, it might seem counterintuitive that furnace oil (more widely known as Heavy Fuel Oil, or HFO) continues to be a primary source of heating energy for many industries and sectors. However, the reality on the ground, particularly in

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