Shipping
In-house maritime expertise for efficient cargo movement.
We coordinate vessel selection, routing and operational oversight to keep cargo movements efficient, transparent and aligned with each transaction.
Powering
tomorrow with
purpose.
A globally connected energy trading and supply platform with deep expertise across African markets, underpinned by rigorous risk management, logistics excellence and structured financial solutions.
Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Rooted in resilience. Built to adapt.
A UAE-headquartered energy trading company focused on oil and gas. Newly established, backed by decades of industry experience.
Dubai headquarters
Connected to key energy markets worldwide.
Oil and gas focus
Flexible, data-driven trading solutions.
Integrated supply chain
Growth through strategic partnerships.
Al Shakima Trading
Our name reflects resilience and Middle Eastern heritage. The oak stands for strength and long-term growth.
Rooted in principle. Ready for change.
Roots
Integrity and ownership
Trust and accountability in every decision.
Trunk
People and partnership
Shared strength from expertise to execution.
Canopy
Curiosity and opportunity
Learning and adapting to create lasting value.
Insight-led energy trading.
Global perspective, strengthened by local knowledge. Five capabilities, one connected approach.
Blending
Optimising product value using specialised component strategies.
We combine market knowledge with careful specification management, shaping products around practical customer and destination requirements.
Storing
Stable cargo flow and on-the-ground availability for agile execution.
Access to appropriate storage supports inventory planning, timing flexibility and dependable availability across the physical supply chain.
Hedging
Sophisticated risk tools to protect value in volatile markets.
Disciplined market analysis and risk-management tools reduce exposure to price volatility while protecting the commercial logic of each trade.
Financing
Tailored trade finance solutions to support complex transactions.
We structure payment terms and transaction support around the needs of the trade, helping complex physical movements progress with clarity and control.
Control across the value chain.
An independent supply chain, from origin to final delivery. QHSE protocols and ISO certifications.
Sourcing
Trading
Logistics
Delivery
Connected across key energy markets.
Deep market knowledge and trusted relationships across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, North America and Asia, coordinated from our head office in Dubai.
Head officeRegional presence
Regional connections shown for illustrative purposes only.
Our mission is to move energy forward with insight, integrity and purpose: connecting markets responsibly, strengthening trusted partnerships and creating long-term value.
Talal Al AwfiFounder and Chairman
Mr. Al Awfi has spent more than 25 years in the energy sector and holds an MSc and BSc in Business Finance from Manchester, UK.
Different expertise. Shared responsibility.
Trading, operations, logistics, shipping, finance, risk and compliance working as one team.
10+
Nationalities represented in our team
≈50%
Women in our workforce
25+
Years of founder experience in energy
We are defined by
- Proven expertise with a track record of delivery.
- Entrepreneurial spirit, constantly raising the bar.
- Ownership and pride, from the smallest task to the most complex deal.
- True teamwork, both internally and with our partners.
We are building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where people from different cultures, backgrounds and disciplines feel respected, supported and able to contribute. Different perspectives make us stronger.
The standards behind responsible progress.
The policies, standards and frameworks that guide how ASTR operates.
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AML, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy
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How environmental, social and governance considerations shape priorities and oversight.
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Connect with ASTR to discuss markets, partnerships and trading opportunities. We also have entities in Cyprus and Switzerland.
Dubai
Head office of ASTR EMEA FZCO and ASTR Africa FZCO
7H Almas Tower, Unit ALMAS-07-HPlot No. JLT-PH1-A0
Jumeirah Lakes Towers
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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