SAT Eastern Region is excited to welcome you aboard the Atlantic Narval at Durban harbour. You don’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about bitumen importation from the captain himself.

Date: Friday 31 October 2025.
Venue: Durban Harbour
Tour Times: Tours in groups between 9:00 – 12:30 – you will be sent your allocated time slot & meeting place.
Networking Lunch: 12:30 onwards at Wilson’s Wharf.

Registrations close on Friday 24 October. Proof of payment must be received by this date in order to secure your place.

SPACES ARE LIMITED TO 48 PEOPLE, SO REGISTER EARLY!

This will be SAT Eastern Region’s year-end event and the visit aboard the tanker will be followed by an opportunity to ask questions, catch up and network in a more social, non-technical environment.

Built in 2023, the Atlantic Narval is a next-generation, 20,000-ton capacity tanker designed specifically for the global bitumen trade. As the largest vessel of her class and one of the most technologically advanced carriers in the world, she is purpose-built to transport bitumen at temperatures of 180–200 °C. As a frequent visitor to South Africa, she supports our infrastructure and road construction industries.

The captain will brief you on the logistics of importing bitumen and advancements in bitumen haulage. You will experience firsthand the technology used on board, the storage compartments, as well as best practice in bitumen handling and quality assurance.

Please note that safety boots, vest and gloves are mandatory (gloves can be provided if required as you board the tanker).

Following your 40-minute tour of the vessel, please join the SAT team for social networking, Q&As and lunch at Wilson’s Wharf from 12:30 onwards.

Please scroll down to the bottom of the page for important logistical details about the tour & attendee requirements.