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SONABHY Bingo Depot (Burkina Faso)

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The Bingo Depot is the largest strategic hydrocarbon storage facility in Burkina Faso, operated by the Société Nationale Burkinabè d'Hydrocarbures (SONABHY). Located about 30 kilometers west of Ouagadougou, the depot serves as the primary reservoir for gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel imported into the landlocked country. It is connected via road tankers to supply chains originating from ports in Ivory Coast, Togo, and Benin. The facility features massive storage tanks with a total capacity of several hundred thousand cubic meters, ensuring a national reserve of several weeks to buffer against supply chain disruptions. Bingo is equipped with modern safety systems, automated loading bays for distribution trucks, and laboratory facilities for fuel quality control. As the heart of the country's energy logistics, the depot's operations are critical for transport, industry, and electricity generation. SONABHY's management of this facility is vital for maintaining price stability and national energy security.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Nov, Dec.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The SONABHY Bingo Depot is a major fuel storage facility near Ouagadougou, ensuring the fuel supply of the capital and surrounding region. It is a central node in Burkina Faso's petroleum supply chain.
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Visiting
The depot is a sensitive industrial facility and is not open to the public. From the adjacent National Road 4, the large storage tanks are however visible from a safe distance.
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Where to view it
The best public view of the Bingo Depot is from the edge of National Road 4, around the level of the main gate. A nearby field track on a small rise allows a better overview of the entire tank farm.
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Local products
At petrol stations and on the streets of Ouagadougou, fuel delivered from the depot is sold, mainly gasoline and diesel. On local markets, small quantities of fuel in bottles or jerrycans are also often offered.
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Active season
The depot operates year-round, with increased activity before the rainy season when agricultural fuel demand rises. During the dry season as well, stocks are replenished for electricity generation.
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Nearby
Combine a trip to the depot with a visit to the capital Ouagadougou and its markets like the Grand Marché. The nearby village of Bingo itself provides an insight into rural life in Burkina Faso.

Geography

Coordinates
12.28580, -1.76110

Facts

  • Central strategic fuel storage facility operational since 2003.
  • Storage capacity exceeds 100,000 cubic meters of fuel.
  • Located 32 kilometers from the center of Ouagadougou.
  • Receives fuel from between 300 to 500 trucks every day.
  • Vital for the operation of the national thermal power plants.
  • Features a specialized laboratory for petroleum quality analysis.

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A well-known local gathering place located near the Bingo depot.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the SONABHY Bingo Depot?
A strategic storage center for hydrocarbons and fuel.
Is photography allowed there?
No, photographing strategic energy facilities is strictly prohibited.
Where is the depot located?
About 30 km west of Ouagadougou in the municipality of Bingo.
Are there gas stations for travelers there?
No, it is a wholesale storage facility, not a public gas station.
Is truck access difficult?
The area is designed for heavy tankers and is well-connected.
SONABHY Bingo Depot: where is it located?
SONABHY Bingo Depot is located in Burkina Faso.
SONABHY Bingo Depot: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Nov, Dec.
SONABHY Bingo Depot: why is it worth visiting?
The Bingo Depot is the largest strategic hydrocarbon storage facility in Burkina Faso, operated by the Société Nationale Burkinabè d'Hydrocarbures (SONABHY).
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