TRADEX : Alain Francis Ngondi Owona appointed Acting Managing Director of the Equatorial Guinean subsidiary
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Alain Francis Ngondi Owona, new Acting Managing Director of Tradex Equatorial Guinea
(LVDE) – Replacing Georges Bassalang Bolembe, the new acting managing director was appointed on November 7, 2025, during an extraordinary session of the Board of Directors. This decision aligns with the company’s strategy to strengthen its position in the Equatorial Guinean market.
November 7, 2025, marked a turning point for Tradex Equatorial Guinea S.A. with the appointment of Alain Francis Ngondi Owona as Acting Managing Director. The decision, taken in Douala during an extraordinary board meeting chaired by Emmanuel Patrick Mvondo, aims to ensure the continuity and efficiency of the company’s operations in a rapidly expanding market.
Formerly Deputy Managing Director, Ngondi Owona brings over fifteen years of experience within the Tradex Group. He began his career with the company in 2009 as Chief Financial Officer, a position he held until 2024. His professional background reflects strong expertise in financial and operational management — key assets for navigating the complex and competitive oil sector in Equatorial Guinea.
A graduate in Advanced Accounting and Financial Studies from INTEC Paris, and holder of a DESS/Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Poitiers, Ngondi Owona is known for his professionalism and rigor. Beyond his role at Tradex Equatorial Guinea, he has also served on the boards of Tradex Chad and Tradex Central African Republic, further strengthening his experience in managing petroleum operations across Central Africa.
This appointment comes at a strategic time for Tradex, which entered the Equatorial Guinean market in 2019. The company inaugurated its first service station in Malab in 2021 and, four years later, its network has expanded to ten service stations in key cities such as Bata and Mongomo. This rapid expansion underscores Tradex’s commitment to diversifying its petroleum product offering and reinforcing its distribution network in the country.
With Ngondi Owona now at the helm, the focus will be on operational continuity and the execution of an ambitious expansion plan. His main challenge will be to sustain the pace of new openings while ensuring reliable supply and optimal service quality. In an increasingly competitive market, the ability to consolidate market share will be crucial to maintaining Tradex’s leading position.
The company must also navigate a dynamic economic environment, where fluctuations in oil prices and regulatory changes can impact operations. Ngondi Owona’s strategy will rely on his experienced team to implement efficient management practices, ensure customer satisfaction, and strengthen relationships with both local and international partners.
Through this leadership transition, Tradex aims to maintain its key role in Equatorial Guinea’s oil sector, contributing to the country’s economic development. The appointment of Alain Francis Ngondi Owona not only ensures continuity in operational excellence but also represents an opportunity to further energize the company’s activities in response to the growing needs of its expanding clientele.
With this new leadership, Tradex is gearing up to meet tomorrow’s challenges while remaining committed to providing top-quality services and reinforcing its presence in the Equatorial Guinean market. This new dynamic promises to transform the company and consolidate its status as a regional leader in the petroleum industry.
Raphael Mforlem
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