The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) is a state-owned corporation, established in 1973 under the Companies Act. It began operations in 1978 to provide safe, efficient transportation and storage of petroleum products across Kenya. KPC manages over 1,300 kilometers of pipeline and various storage facilities, facilitating product distribution from the Port of Mombasa to inland areas. KPC’s roles include infrastructure development, regulatory compliance, market stabilization, and emergency response. With a commitment to environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility, KPC plays a crucial role in supporting Kenya’s energy security and economic growth.
CEO: JOE SANG, EBS
JOE SANG holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and an MBA in Strategic Management, both from the University of
Nairobi, and is a Certified Public Accountant. Sang brings extensive experience in finance and management, having held senior positions at organizations like National Oil Corporation, Unga Group, and East African Breweries. He first served as KPC’s MD from 2016 to 2018 and returned in 2023 after a successful period that improved KPC’s pipeline efficiency and infrastructure.
Management Team
JOE K. SANG
Managing Director
PIUS MWENDWA
General Manager(Finance)
ZILPER M. ABONG’O
General Manager (Strategy)
ENG. DAVID MURIUKI
General Manager (Infrastructure)
ENG. DEREK OKOVA
General Manager (Pipeline Operations & Maintenance)
DINAH J. KIRWA
General Manager (Human Resource & Administration)
MAUREEN MWENJE
General Manager (Supply Chain)
FLORA OKOTH
General Manager (Company Secretary & Legal Services)
DR. NANCY KOSGEI
Director, Morendat Institute Of Oil And Gas (Miog)
CATHERINE KALOKI
General Manager (Audit)
TOM MAILU
Ag. General Manager (KPRL)
Board of Governors
FAITH BOINETT
Chairperson
JOE SANG
Managing Director
MOHAMED LIBAN
PS, State Department For Petroleum, Ministry
JOYCE EMANIKOR
Independent Non-executive Director
IRENE WACHIRA
Independent Non-Executive Director
MUTUNGWA WAMBUA
Independent Non-Executive Director
SHARON IRUNGU ASIYO
Representative Of The Attorney General
MOHAMMED BIRIK
Alternate Director To Ps Energy & Petroleum
JANE NJERI MWANGI
Independent Non-executive Director
DR. ENG. EDWARD MUSEBE
Director
ABRAHAM KIPKORIR KOECH
Representative of PS National Treasury
Functions
- .Transportation of Petroleum Products: KPC is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of petroleum products from the Port of Mombasa to
- various inland destinations across Kenya via its extensive pipeline network.
- Storage Facilities Management: The company operates and maintains storage facilities for petroleum products, ensuring sufficient supply and availability for domestic and commercial needs.
- Pipelines Maintenance: KPC is tasked with the maintenance and management of over 1,300 kilometers of pipeline infrastructure, ensuring operational integrity and safety.
- Regulatory Compliance: The corporation adheres to national and international regulations governing the oil and gas industry, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Market Regulation: KPC plays a role in regulating the market for petroleum products, ensuring fair pricing and competition in line with government policies.
- Investment in Infrastructure: KPC invests in the development of new infrastructure projects, including pipeline expansions and upgrades to improve transportation efficiency.
- Research and Development: The company engages in research and development to enhance operational efficiency, adopting new technologies for better service delivery in the petroleum sector.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: KPC is committed to corporate social responsibility initiatives that support community development, environmental conservation, and stakeholder engagement.
- Employee Training and Capacity Building: The company invests in the training and development of its workforce to enhance skills and competencies related to the petroleum sector.
- Emergency Response Planning: KPC has established protocols for emergency response to incidents related to oil spills and other emergencies, prioritizing safety and environmental protection.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O. Box 73442 – 00200
- Kenpipe Plaza, Sekondi Road, Off Nanyuki Road, Industrial Area, Nairobi.
- MVVF+X3 Nairobi
- info@kpc.co.ke| customerservice@kpc.co.ke
- 0709 723 000