The Vitol Group is an energy and commodities company. Physical trading, logistics and distribution are at the core of the business, but are complemented by refining, shipping, terminals, exploration and production, power generation, mining and retail businesses. Founded in Rotterdam in 1966, today the company has over 40 offices worldwide - with its largest operations in Geneva, Houston, London and Singapore. The group’s turnover in 2015 was $168 billion.