Overview
Founded in 2014, Kpler started as an LNG-focused intelligence service and has grown into a global platform that tracks physical trade flows across crude oil, refined products, LPG, chemicals, dry bulk, agriculture, metals, and power markets. The product layer combines real-time vessel tracking, proprietary supply and demand models, sanctions and risk tooling, and operational software for chartering and trading desks.
The company is headquartered in Brussels with additional offices in Paris, London, Singapore, Houston, New York, Dubai, Tokyo, Vienna, Cape Town, Athens, and Rostock. LinkedIn lists the company at 501 to 1,000 employees, while Kpler's own about page references more than 750 staff across more than 35 nationalities. Kpler has expanded through a sustained acquisition track including additions in defense intelligence, supply and demand analytics, metals and minerals, agriculture, refineries, and most recently financial flows and arbitrage tools.
In April 2026, De Tijd reported that Kpler was exploring a partial sale at a valuation around EUR 5 billion, which would put it among the most valuable Belgian-headquartered software businesses. The company sits in the Brussels Data & Analytics cluster alongside Collibra and operates one of the few Belgium-rooted platforms with global category leadership in commodities and maritime intelligence.
Kpler is a Brussels-based real-time trade intelligence platform serving energy, commodities, maritime, and financial market clients with Data & Analytics-driven SaaS & Enterprise Software tools.
Links
- Website: https://www.kpler.com
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/kpler
Key people
In the news
- Short-term volatility, new medium-term trends: iron ore, coal, and dry freight Join Kpler’s commodity and freight experts for an in-depth look at how short-term market volatility and emerging medium-term trends are shaping the iron ore, coal, and dry bulk shipping landscapes. Gain actionable trade flow data and supply-demand insights to help you stay ahead of shifting trade routes and price dynamics. Register here: https://okt.to/Rl6yZQ
- Phillips 66 reported a record refining margin of $38.00/bbl. Our estimate, made a month earlier, was $39.16. Runs, production and margin all landed within 3.4%, built from physical #refinery and cargo data rather than company guidance. Kpler's refining KPI estimates cover 20 listed refiners and update daily. Beta opening soon. Request early access: https://okt.to/ZYKL0E
- How does CTA positioning move Asia’s commodity markets? Join Andrea S. and Jack Nealon, with Ali Ramady moderating, for a live look at how systematic flows are built across #crude, #metals, #grains and regional FX, and when they amplify or reverse a move. Live Q&A included. There is still time to register: https://lnkd.in/ey2eCHBP
- Global crude exports are nearing record highs, but will rising supply ease pressure on oil markets? With October crude exports exceeding 46 million barrels per day, geopolitical uncertainty and tight refined product markets continue to shape the outlook. Kpler's Matt S. and Michelle Brouhard discuss rising global supply, potential pressure on oil prices and what election-day developments could mean for energy markets. Watch the latest discussion for more insights.
- Kpler expands to intraday and balancing power forecasts Every day 6 auctions take place in European power markets. Day-ahead remains the most liquid and widely followed, but it is not enough nowadays to stay ahead of the curve. Kpler now provides balancing capacity and intraday auction price forecasts, powered by the latest weather data. Beyond diversifying revenue streams, these forecasts provide valuable signals to improve day-ahead price predictions, optimize schedules, and refine bidding strategies. Watch how Kpler brings
- Join us in Dubai for the Kpler Market Briefing, bringing together Kpler experts and senior industry leaders for an afternoon of insights into the trends shaping global #shipping and commodity markets. Hear from leading voices across freight, tanker markets, and geopolitics, with sessions covering: ◾ Freight & Geopolitical Risk with Kpler’s Matt W., Principal Freight Analyst, exploring the factors driving elevated freight rates, the impact of regional disruptions, and shifting global trade routes. ◾ Tanker Supply & Demand Outlook
- Russian diesel exports threaten prices A potential rebound in Russian diesel exports in November could reshape global trade flows and put renewed pressure on Atlantic basin prices. Russian diesel exports in October are now more than three times September levels, supported by improving refinery runs. Higher exports could help restore supply to the Mediterranean and Brazil, where reduced Russian availability has increased reliance on US and Indian barrels. Brazil alone could potentially regain around 146,000 barrels per day of
- WTI Midland faces growing competition in Europe WTI Midland is facing increasing competition in Northwest Europe as cheaper North Sea #crude and returning Saudi barrels give European buyers more choice. For December loading, Midland retains a $2/bbl landed-value advantage over Ekofisk, down $4.55/bbl week on week. Lower freight costs could offer US exporters some relief, with greater tanker availability expected to stabilise transatlantic rates before pushing them lower, helping Midland remain competitive in European markets.
Related profiles
Something wrong or missing? Send an update. Fixed within 24 hours.