Our Story
Energy Trading Redefined
Founded in Dubai in 2009, Noura Energy has grown from a focused crude trading boutique into a full-spectrum energy trading house with a global reach and uncompromising standards.
Our Mission
Connecting Energy Supply with Global Demand
Noura Energy exists to be the most trusted and commercially astute energy trading partner in the MENA region and beyond. We connect surplus energy supply with global demand — efficiently, responsibly, and with an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Dubai's position as the world's energy trading hub is central to our strategy. We bridge the hydrocarbon-rich Gulf with the fastest-growing energy markets in Asia, Africa, and South Asia.
Our Vision
"To be the benchmark for integrity and performance in global energy trading by 2030."
Noura Energy Leadership
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards in every transaction, counterparty relationship, and internal decision. Our word is our bond.
Commercial Acuity
Deep market expertise and disciplined analysis enable us to identify value and act decisively in complex, rapidly evolving energy markets.
Reliability
Our operational infrastructure ensures physical delivery commitments are met on time, every time — regardless of market conditions.
Innovation
We continuously invest in technology, talent, and process improvement to stay at the frontier of energy trading and risk management.
Sustainability
We integrate ESG considerations into our business decisions, recognising that long-term success depends on responsible resource stewardship.
Partnership
We build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with producers, refiners, traders, and end-users as the foundation of sustainable growth.
Our Journey
Milestones
- 2009
Founded in Dubai as a focused Middle East crude trading boutique
- 2012
Expanded into refined products, establishing long-term supply agreements with Gulf refineries
- 2015
Opened Singapore representative office; began trading Asian grades
- 2018
Expanded into oil products — base oils, bitumen, and petrochemical feedstocks
- 2020
Achieved record volumes despite pandemic; deployed digital ETRM infrastructure
- 2023
Published inaugural ESG report; joined UN Global Compact
- 2025
Surpassed 50M barrels annual trading volume; opened Geneva office
Regulatory & Compliance
Operating to the Highest Standards
Noura Energy is fully licensed by the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and adheres to FATF, OFAC, and UAE Central Bank AML/CFT guidelines. Our compliance infrastructure is independently audited annually.