Cygnus Global pairs international petroleum sourcing with established local refining, storage and rail partners — delivering Jet A-1, gasoline and Euro-5 diesel to Mongolia's aviation, mining and industrial sectors.
Total storage capacity across five terminals
Small-scale oil refinery plant capacity
Refiners, importers and aviation fuel operators
National petroleum import growth, 2021–2025
Mongolia's economy runs on its natural resources — and every tonne of it moves on fuel. Sustained industrial growth keeps petroleum consumption climbing.
Five things make the Cygnus position in Mongolia difficult to replicate.
Direct relationships inside Mongolia's fuel sector, from refiners to state operators.
Exposure to an energy market expanding on the back of mining and aviation demand.
Ability to source from multiple international markets rather than a single origin.
Founder-led organisation with hands-on, industry-specific petroleum expertise.
Singapore-based platform operating in a market that remains structurally underserved.
Long-term success is built on trusted relationships. Click any partner to read how they fit into the supply chain.
Refining
An emerging player in Mongolia's domestic refining sector, running a 50kt-per-annum plant with local blending capability. The partnership pairs Cygnus's international sourcing with Lumitech's refining expertise.
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Import & Distribution
One of Mongolia's established petroleum importers, with a nationwide distribution network and a long-standing presence in the fuel market. It gives Cygnus strong local reach and market intelligence.
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State-Owned • Aviation
Mongolian state-owned petroleum company and the aircraft fuelling service provider at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, bringing expertise in aviation fuel supply, storage and refuelling.
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Aviation Fuel
Established in 2023, AAF supplies aviation fuel to Mongolia's leading airlines from Ulaanbaatar. Together we strengthen the supply chain serving the country's aviation market.
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Aviation Fuel
An established aviation fuel company operating a terminal in Ulaanbaatar, with expertise in Jet A-1 supply and aircraft fuelling operations.
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Import & Distribution
One of Mongolia's leading petroleum companies, with extensive experience in fuel import, retail and commercial distribution across an established nationwide network.
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Click to go backFive terminals, measured by distance from central Ulaanbaatar. Rail access and blending capability shape how each site is used, from aviation supply in the capital to bulk storage further down the line.
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365 km from central UB
| Location | Capacity (cbm) | Rail | Blending | Distance from UB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulaanbaatar MAF | 4,600 | No | No | 0 km |
| Ulaanbaatar | 15,800 | Yes | No | 0 km |
| Arshaant | 64,000 | Yes | Yes | 47 km |
| Choir | 41,800 | Yes | Yes | 225 km |
| Erdenet | 34,120 | Yes | Yes | 365 km |
| Total | 160,320 | Four of five sites rail-connected; three support blending | ||
What We Supply
Supplied through trusted international suppliers and an efficient logistics network, with every product meeting standards for quality, safety and reliability.
Aviation
Commercial aviation turbine fuel supplied into Mongolia's airline and airport operations. Delivered through aviation fuel partners with established refuelling capability at Chinggis Khaan International Airport.
Aviation & Industrial
Refined middle distillate used for aviation blending and industrial heating applications. Sourced internationally and moved into country via the rail network.
Road Transport
Standard-grade motor gasoline serving domestic road transport demand — the volume product behind Mongolia's expanding domestic tourism and private vehicle use.
Road Transport
Premium-grade motor gasoline for higher-compression engines, supplied alongside RON 92 through the same distribution partners and terminal network.
Mining & Heavy Transport
Low-sulphur diesel for mining fleets, haulage and construction machinery. Diesel is the primary energy source across Mongolia's mining value chain, making it the largest and most consistent volume requirement in the market.
Mongolian Petroleum Market
Oil consumption is climbing steadily, driven by ever-increasing mining activity.
Mongolia sits between two major energy powers, allowing transit, blending and re-export potential on top of domestic supply.
Fluctuating global oil prices significantly affect local trade profitability and investment attractiveness.
No large-scale private refinery exists, creating a first-mover advantage in refining, blending or terminal operations.
International Counterparties
The counterparties Cygnus trades with across the Gulf, Europe and Asia.
State Owned • Dornogobi
The Zamyn-Uud Liquid Fuel Transshipment Facility was jointly developed by the Government of Mongolia and the European Union to establish a second source of petroleum product imports, and was commissioned in April 2004.
Ulaanbaatar
Established in 2023, the company has been providing stable and reliable aviation fuel supply services to Mongolia’s leading airline companies.
Ulaanbaatar
Coal mining company operating in Mongolia, focusing on the production and sale of coal to customers primarily in China, owning 100% of Ovoot Tolgoi mine, one of the largest coal deposits in Mongolia.
Ulaanbaatar
Subsidiary of E-commodities Holdings LTD (the successor corporate group of Winsway). Previously known as Winsway. Prominent mining, and commodities trading firm. Specialized in the extraction and transportation of coal.
Ulaanbaatar
Normount is a direct subsidiary of Norinco, Chinese State owned company. Leading mining and heavy equipment company operating in the East Tsankhi region of the Tavan Tolgoi coal mine, managing coal extraction, overburden removal, and transportation activities to international standards.
Ulaanbaatar
Focus on production and export of high-quality coal. Owning and operating two major coking coal mines.
Ulaanbaatar
“Mongolyn Alt” (MAK) LLC is engaged in diverse sectors including manufacturing of building materials, mining, agriculture, aviation, transportation and tourism.
State Owned • Erdenet
Erdenet Mining Corporation SOE stands as the largest copper and molybdenum ore mining and beneficiation complex in Asia.
State Owned • Ulaanbaatar
Mongolian Railway is a state-owned company established in 2008 to develop, manage, and operate Mongolia’s national railway infrastructure and logistics network.
Ulaanbaatar
Monpolymet Group is a Mongolian national investment and manufacturing group established in 1992, operating in mining, environmental rehabilitation, construction materials, infrastructure, and international trade with a strong focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly development.
Orkhon Aimag
Mongolia’s copper-focused mining company pioneering heap-leach technology in Erdenet.
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International Counterparties
The counterparties Cygnus trades with across the Gulf, Europe and Asia.
