Orly Fuels Company, a leading provider of innovative fuel solutions in Uganda, has today July 16, 2025 announced a strategic partnership with Lake Aviation, one of East and Central Africa’s fastest-growing petroleum trading and transportation companies. The collaboration is aimed at enhancing Into-Plane (ITP) fuel services at Entebbe International Airport and strengthening sustainable aviation fuel strategies in the region.
Key Highlights of the Partnership
Advanced Fuel Solutions: Orly Fuels will supply Lake Aviation with state-of-the-art fuel technologies designed to meet the dynamic requirements of modern aviation operations.
Sustainability Commitment: The partnership will focus on lowering carbon emissions by optimizing fuel efficiency and exploring alternative, environmentally friendly fuel options.
Improved Operational Efficiency: By combining Orly Fuels’ technical expertise with Lake Aviation’s regional logistics capabilities, the two companies aim to streamline fuel delivery operations and reduce operational costs.
“We are excited to partner with Lake Aviation,” said Mr. Katatumba Tyson Tommy, Managing Director of Orly Fuels Company. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable fuel solutions for the aviation sector.”
Mr. Osman Adeeb, General Manager of Lake Aviation, expressed optimism about the partnership, stating:“We look forward to working with Orly Fuels to optimize fuel strategies and contribute meaningfully to a more sustainable aviation ecosystem.”
Looking Ahead
The partnership strategically positions both companies to expand their services across regional airports while advancing environmental sustainability goals. With a shared commitment to innovation, the two companies plan to introduce next-generation fueling practices that benefit both customers and the aviation industry at large.
About Orly Fuels
Orly Fuels Company is a private limited firm specializing in the trade, supply, and distribution of high-quality petroleum products, with a strong emphasis on Jet A-1 aviation fuel. Headquartered in Bugonga, Entebbe-Uganda, Orly Fuels is one of the country’s largest private aviation fuel providers, serving commercial airlines, cargo carriers, private jets, and airfields across the region. The company is known for its unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
About Lake Aviation
Lake Aviation is a leading petroleum trading and transportation company headquartered in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. With operations in Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Rwanda, and Uganda, the company has a significant footprint in East and Central Africa. The company has been responding to the evolving energy needs of the region for over 18 years, with over 540 stations across the region.
About Lake Group
Lake Group is one of East and Central Africa’s fastest growing energy trading and transportation conglomerates. spearheaded by the visionary Mr. Ally Edha Awadh, stands out as a rapidly evolving powerhouse in the Energy trading, Construction and Transportation landscape of East and Central Africa.
As the group’s flagship, Lake Oil holds a formidable stance, exemplifying strength and resilience. In a pivotal move in 2023, it underwent a rebranding, emerging as Lake Energies. Complementing Lake Energies are various verticals operating under the overarching Lake Group brand, each contributing to the conglomerate’s diversified portfolio: Lake Energies (Lake Aviation), Lake Trans, Lake Gas, Lubes & Cylinders, Lake Premix, Lake Steel, Lake Plastics Pipes & Tanks, Lake Agro, Lake Building Solutions (Gypsum & Marine Boards), African Inland Transport Container Depot, Aluminum Trailer Limited.
