Petroleum trade and its derivatives are key activities in the petroleum sector, with several phases in the supply chain. The company may include imports of crude oil and petroleum products from abroad, and on the other side may export petroleum products outside Kuwait. The company also includes marketing, promotion of petroleum products and selling to customers in overseas markets. The company may deal with several business partners and customers in different countries, organize shipping contracts and provide related services. Tracking oil price volatility on the global scene is an important part of the companys strategy to make the right economic decisions. The company must comply with international laws and regulations related to oil trade and petroleum industry.