International trading without barriers and borders

AVESTRA is a supplier of petrochemical products to international markets. We provide a wide range of trade and logistics services from cargo to sea transportation and operate in different volumes: from several tons to tens of thousands of tons

  • 25 years on the market

  • Strong relationships with suppliers

  • High-quality products

  • Reliable business-partner

Who we are

Avestra at a glance

Avestra’s business model is to simplify the complexities of global supply chains in the petrochemicals market. For more than 25 years we have been helping customers from around the world to develop and grow their businesses by bringing them together with best suppliers, and by reducing the barriers to delivery. Our commitment is to provide customers with favorable end-to-end offers that clearly focus on quality, exceptional service and performance

  • Strong international team
    All our traders have more than 10 years of experience in the industry, and have acquired a deep understanding of their specialist product markets
  • Balanced product portfolio
    We offer a wide range of products purchased worldwide from the leading petrochemical producers
  • Additional services
    Additional services
    Our standards ensure efficient management of operational and financial risks by using factoring, hedging and insurance
  • Long-term partners
    Long-term relationships with suppliers and service companies ensure supply guarantees and competitively low prices
  • >50
    Products
  • 40
    Suppliers
  • >300
    Clients
  • 10
    Offices
  • 80
    Employees

What we do

End-to-end services

We configure our business around our customers’ needs. Our services add value at every stage of the supply chain

  • Purchase
    We have long-term relationships with leading petrochemical producers and refining companies. We use hedging, financial tools and logistical solutions to secure stable supplies
  • Store
    We store products in terminals of the largest ports of Finland and Turkey
  • Drumming
    We work with any volumes and businesses of any size, we pack products in metal barrels and ship them in batches of the sizes that customers need
  • Delivery
    We trade on a flexible basis, delivering petrochemicals to the point specified by the customer. Petrochemicals are delivered all over the world by sea, by rail, by trucks, including door-to-door delivery.
  • Financing
    Our business model prioritizes resilience and prudent risk management. We have the financial capabilities and expertise to operate effectively in volatile markets

Global reach and scale

We apply consistently high standards across the Group, and use our global presence, market knowledge and logistics capabilities to maintain the high level of trade

Holding company
Trading offices
  • Switzerland
  • Turkey
  • UAE
  • Singapore

    Turkey

    The Turkish office has been operating since 2008 and distributes products (SM, BA, GAA, MEG, DEG, IBA and others) in Turkey and neighboring countries of the Middle East, Africa and CIS countries.

    Huzur Mah. Azerbaycan Cad. Skyland B NO: 4 B İÇ KAPI NO: 464 Sarıyer / İstanbul

    +90 (542) 4798039

    UAE

    Avestra Dubai has been distributing products in the Middle East and India since 2009 and has been actively developing sales in recent years.

    Unit No: 3108, Jumeirah Bay Tower X3, Plot No: JLT-PH2-X3A, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, UA

    +97 (155) 9852868

    Switzerland

    European office is located in Switzerland and works closely with the leading Swiss trade finance banks, we rent tanks in Finland and actively develop distribution of Styrene Monomer, Butyl Acrylate and other products.

    Dufourstrasse 150, 9000 St Gallen, Switzerland

    +41 (22) 5332150

    Singapore

    The Asian market has a priority in the development of the company. Due to the strategic advantage of the LPG transshipment terminal on the Russian-Chinese border, the company plans to significantly increase sales to China in the coming years.

    8 Temasek boulevard #15-04 Suntec Tower Three, Singapore (038988)

Partners

Our clients are strategic players in their respective markets. They rely on us to deliver good quality goods at the right time to the right place

  • Ineos Styrolution
  • Synthopol
  • BASF
Avestra is a well-structured and reliable supplier. The business model of Avestra offering value to our supply chain
Sauli Laakso, Managing director CH-Polymers , Finland

Products

Product portfolio

Avestra’s portfolio has a wide range of products. We offer a wide range of products purchased worldwide from the leading petrochemical producers

  • All products
  • Monomers
  • Alcohols
  • LPG
  • Other
  • Tire Cord Fabric

    Tire Cord Fabric is a type of technical textile which is used in tire production as reinforcement material. One of the most important raw materials in tires after raw rubber and carbon black.
    Possible options: Dipped or Greige of different structures upon request.
    Made of: PA6 (Nylon 6), PA6.6 (Nylon 6.6) or PET industrial yarns.

  • Acetone

  • Butyl Acetate (BUTAC)

  • Caprolactam

  • Chloroform

  • Tire Cord Fabric

    Tire Cord Fabric is a type of technical textile which is used in tire production as reinforcement material. One of the most important raw materials in tires after raw rubber and carbon black.
    Possible options: Dipped or Greige of different structures upon request.
    Made of: PA6 (Nylon 6), PA6.6 (Nylon 6.6) or PET industrial yarns.

  • Propane

  • Acetone

  • 2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate

  • 2-Ethyl Hexanol (2EH)

  • Propane

  • Butane

  • Isobutane

  • Propane-butane technical (PBT)

  • Commercial butane (BT)

  • 2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate

  • Acrylic Acid (GAA)

  • Butyl Acrylate

  • Metacrylic Acid (MAA)

  • Methyl Acrylate

  • 2-Ethyl Hexanol (2EH)

  • Ethanol

  • Isobutanol

  • Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)

  • Normal Butanol

Investments

Manzhouli Far East Gases Co. Ltd

AVESTRA has a 27.43% share in The Manzhouli Far East Gas terminal which is located at the Zabaikalsk-Manchuria border railway crossing and is currently the only operating channel for large-scale LPG to China. LPG supplies began in August 2019.

First stage capacity 1.0 million tons of LPG per year:
  • 10 transit spherical tanks, 2000 m3 each
  • 2 raliway lines (1520 and 1435 mm) with a total length of 5.8 km
  • Special ramp 840 meters long for 117 places for unloading
  • 30 places for automatic loading of vehicles
Second stage capacity 2.0 million tons of LPG per year:
  • 12 transit spherical tanks, 2000m3 each
  • 2 additional railway lines with a wide track of 1520 mm
  • Unloading platform for 140 tank wagons
  • 50 sphear tanks of 4000 m3 each for simultaneous storage of more than 100 thousand tons of LPG

Career

Our people are our greatest asset

Most of our traders have more than 10 years of experience in the industry, and have good understanding of their specialist product markets. Our culture enables our employees to find creative solutions and make decisions. No challenge is too hard to tackle, that is how we make the difference

  • Worldwide Global Commodity Trader
    • Generate sales, achieve targets and payment collections within timeline for the assigned region.
    • Manage, retain and grow sales, increase market share by scouting for new customers.
    • Develop and manage customer relationships to drive revenue growth.
    • Identify new markets and business opportunities.
    • Negotiate the terms of contract and close sales deals.
    • Gather market intelligence, competitors’ activities and provide feedback on buying/price trends.
    • Forecast and prepare budget, achieving targets as per budget.
    • Responsible for managing regular order flow as per budget.
    • Maintain relationships with clients by providing support, information and guidance.
    • Visit potential customers on regular basis to generate new business.
    • Identify product improvements by remaining current on industry trends and market activities.
    • Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information.
    • Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.
    • Maintain technical knowledge by attending workshops and establishing personal networks.
    • Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • UAE Operations analyst
    • Manage the product, documentation and payment flow to customers, suppliers, and freight providers for the physical trades of the assigned Trading Desk.
    • Plan and direct tank containers loading and discharge operations with freight forwarders and determine suitability of transportation offered, including review of prior cargoes, tank conditions, and materials of construction to ensure safe carriage of product that meets customer specifications.
    • Maintain accurate data in ERP system as per company policy.
    • Ensure the import and export customs processes of the products traded are managed efficiently.
    • Look for ways to improve processes, maximize performance, and reduce costs.
    • Coordinate with various departments internally to understand financial, credit, and compliance requirements related to individual trades.
    • Negotiate rates with third party logistics and inspection service providers.
    • Communicate shipment detail with local and international teams.
    • Develop and manage relationships with key suppliers, customers, and service providers to ensure an effective execution of physical bulk and containerized trade operations.

Contacts

If you have any questions, please fill in our contact form below. If you have an inquiry about any of our products, please request the price in the Products sections. Specify the desired product, the quantity, the destination and transportation conditions in the contact form. We will then send you a quotation as soon as possible, with no obligation

Trading Offices

  • Turkey, IstanbulTurkey, Istanbul

    Avestra Kimya Sanayi Ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi

    Huzur Mah. Azerbaycan Cad. Skyland B NO: 4 B İÇ KAPI NO: 464 Sarıyer / İstanbul

    +90 (542) 4798039
  • UAE, DubaiUAE, Dubai

    Avestra Chemical DMCC

    Unit No: 3108, Jumeirah Bay Tower X3, Plot No: JLT-PH2-X3A, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, UA

    +97 (155) 9852868
  • Switzerland, St GallenSwitzerland, St Gallen

    Avestra Chemical (Suisse) SA

    Dufourstrasse 150, 9000 St Gallen, Switzerland

    +41 (22) 5332150
  • SingaporeSingapore

    Avestra Chemical Pte Ltd

    8 Temasek boulevard #15-04 Suntec Tower Three, Singapore (038988)