Kuwait Aviation Fuelling Company

Kuwait Aviation Fuelling Company (KAFCO) has been operating since 1963 as the sole supplier of jet fuel at Kuwait International Airport. It manages the entire fuel supply chain from receipt at the refineries to aircraft refueling operations. KAFCO supplies Jet A-1, JP-8, AVGAS, and mobile jet oil, serving commercial and military aircraft.

The company operates 24 hours a day, providing fuelling services at Terminals 1, 3, 4, 5, and Cargo City. It is preparing to launch JP-8 fuelling services at all Kuwaiti military airbases. The operations are supported by an advanced fuel management system that ensures efficient and reliable service.

KAFCO’s fuel depot covers 140,000 square meters and has a total Jet A-1 storage capacity of 54 million litres. The facility is equipped with storage tanks, pumps, and loading arms that comply with international safety standards including those set by JIG. Customers include airlines operating within Kuwait and at more than 200 international airports where KAFCO arranges fuel through partnerships with local suppliers.

Since 2015, KAFCO has expanded its global fuelling services and supports fuelling at over 3,000 airports worldwide. The company focuses on high standards of quality control, health safety and environment (HSE) practices, and business continuity to maintain its operations and service integrity.

Originally owned jointly by Kuwait National Petroleum Company and BP, KAFCO became fully owned by Kuwait Petroleum Corporation through KNPC by 2017. Since 2021, it operates as a single person company under KNPC. It complies with international standards such as IATA, JIG, and ISO, ensuring consistent quality and safety.

KAFCO serves a range of aircraft types and customer needs in both civil and military aviation. It conducts regular customer satisfaction surveys to meet expectations and improve its services. The company also offers training programs to uphold high operational standards in its workforce.

KAFCO aims to be a reliable fuel supplier by maintaining operational excellence and sustainability through innovation, partnership, and commitment to HSSE principles.

Services

• Jet Fuel Supply
• JP-8 Fuelling Service
• AVGAS Supply
• Mobile Jet Oil Supply
• 24/7 Aircraft Fuelling
• Fuel Management System
• Fuel Depot Operations
• Global Aviation Fuel Supply
• Customer Satisfaction Surveys
• Training and Quality Control