The Taaji Tell website is happy to share the warning signs.
Oil buyers should be cautious of claims involving readily available large volumes of products such as diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel. These fuels are produced and refined within highly structured, high-demand systems where output is tightly managed and typically allocated in advance. Refineries are built to operate at scale, continuously moving product to meet global consumption—not holding surplus waiting for unknown buyers.
Any company claiming access to significant excess supply outside of established channels should be approached with skepticism. Such claims often do not align with how legitimate energy markets function. Even so-called black market opportunities are frequently fraudulent, leading to wasted time, financial loss, and unnecessary risk. Always verify the source, confirm the supply chain, and ensure all documentation is legitimate before entering into any agreement.
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Diesel - EN590
Liquified Natural Gas
Liquified Natural Gas
Taaji Tells Says: diesel scams are everywhere. Sellers often advertise fuel at unrealistically low prices, but the product is either nonexistent or tied to questionable or sanctioned sources. These offers are designed to create urgency and bypass proper verification.
Protect yourself by confirming every detail. Verify the country of origin, review all supporting documentation, and establish a clear, traceable history of the seller’s transactions. Ask what volumes have actually been delivered, to whom, and when—and make sure those claims can be independently validated. Do not rely on self-proclaimed success stories or name-dropping as proof of legitimacy.
Liquified Natural Gas
Liquified Natural Gas
Liquified Natural Gas
Taaji Tells Says: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is not sitting idle in storage or on vessels waiting for a buyer. It moves through tightly coordinated production and delivery systems, with destinations typically secured well in advance. Claims suggesting otherwise should be treated with caution.
Use sound judgment when evaluating such offers. LNG production, transport, and delivery require significant infrastructure, licensing, and planning—this is not a speculative market. Always verify that the source is properly licensed, the supply chain is legitimate, and all documentation can be confirmed before proceeding.
BONNEY LIGHT - BLCO
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BONNEY LIGHT - BLCO
Taaji Tells Says: Bonny Light crude (BLCO) is a frequent target for bad actors. It is often misrepresented with inflated or entirely fabricated volumes by those looking to exploit buyers. In reality, legitimate BLCO operations are tightly controlled and do not operate on speculation.
Established producers already have verified buyers and structured agreements in place well before any shipment occurs. These are high-cost, high-coordination operations, and destinations are determined long in advance—not left open for random deals. Treat any unsolicited offers of large BLCO volumes with caution and verify every detail before proceeding.