W. Africa Crude-Angolan loadings to rise, Chinese demand weak
LONDON, Aug 16 (Reuters) -Angolan crude loadings will rise in October from September, while a trader said poor Chinese demand was continuing to weigh on the market.
* "Chinese demand is very weak," the trader said, reflecting the energy transition taking place in the country.
* Angola plans to load 35 crude oil cargoes in October, a trade source said, up from 33 in September.
* The September Angolan programme has almost sold out, with lacklustre Chinese demand slowing sales with no imminent sign of a pick up.
* State oil firm Sonangol was still thought to have its September-loading Gimboa cargo last offered at dated Brent minus $1.00.
* Offers for Nigerian Bonny light were last heard to be over dated Brent plus $3 and Forcados at dated plus $4.
Reporting by Alex Lawler; Editing by Kirsten Donovan
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