We’re proud to announce that our CEO, Orkhan Rustamov, was recently featured in an exclusive interview on MaltaCEOs.mt – one of Malta’s most prestigious news platforms dedicated to spotlighting influential business leaders. This conversation provided an excellent opportunity to share Alkagesta’s vision with a wider audience.
In the interview, Mr. Rustamov reflected on several important topics, including:
– The strategic significance of Malta for Alkagesta’s global operations;
– Alkagesta’s proactive adaptation to IMO regulations and its unwavering commitment to advancing biofuels;
– Malta’s favourable business climate, strengthened by the EU regulatory framework and robust compliance standards.
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the MaltaCEOs team for facilitating such a meaningful discussion and highlighting Alkagesta’s perspectives on the future of energy.
Read the full interview at the link below and learn more about Alkagesta’s journey: MALTACEOs.mt
About Alkagesta
Alkagesta is a global commodity trading house specializing in petroleum and steel products, fertilizers, and biofuels. Established in Malta in 2018, the company operates as a multinational enterprise with 17 offices and representations worldwide. Alkagesta maintains partnerships with 28 international banks and conducts trading activities across 48 countries, facilitating approximately 9 million metric tons of commodity flows annually. Its extensive logistics network includes access to more than 700,000 cubic meters of storage capacity across Europe and Asia, supporting efficient and resilient global supply chains.
The company offers fully integrated trading capabilities – from sourcing and storage to delivery – underpinned by robust risk management, compliance, and governance frameworks.
Alkagesta was founded in 2018 by its management team and remains privately held and governed by senior leadership. Senior leadership, including the founding team, holds a significant equity stake in the company, which continues to grow in alignment with performance and strategic contribution. Today, the Group employs over 165 professionals and is built on tested systems, experienced governance, and a culture of continuous development.
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