Bitumen 60/70 Supplier
and Bulk Supply
for Global Markets

Bitumen price moves broadly in line with crude oil — typically at a discount to fuel oil or heavy crude benchmarks. A $10/bbl change in Brent crude typically translates to a $7–12/MT change in bitumen FOB price, depending on refinery location and product availability.

Bitumen demand peaks during the April–October construction season in the northern hemisphere, creating seasonal price premiums of 5–15% versus winter months. Buyers who forward-contract supply ahead of peak season benefit from lower pre-season pricing.

Larger order volumes attract more competitive pricing from suppliers and refineries. Full tanker cargo quantities (3,000–10,000 MT) typically achieve 3–8% lower per-MT prices versus smaller partial lot purchases. Buyers consolidating annual demand into term contracts secure the best pricing.

Price includes product and loading at origin port. Buyer arranges and pays for ocean freight and insurance. Suitable for buyers with existing freight relationships who prefer to control shipping costs.

Seller covers product, ocean freight, and marine insurance to named destination port. Single fixed price for delivered cargo. Recommended for first-time importers and government tender procurement.

The largest volume buyers — national road agencies, state infrastructure corporations, and government-contracted construction companies procuring for multi-year highway programs. Typically purchase on CIF tender terms with L/C payment and third-party inspection requirements.

Hot mix asphalt producers purchasing bitumen 60/70 as a feedstock for HMA production. Typically buy FOB in full tanker quantities and prefer term supply agreements to lock in pricing and ensure consistent product specifications.

Import-market distributors who purchase bulk bitumen 60/70 for regional resale to road contractors, asphalt manufacturers, and government projects. Typically operate heated storage terminals and buy full tanker or parcel tanker quantities FOB.