Rotterdam's B30-VLSFO (POMEME) biofuel bunker price experienced no change over the past week. This stability occurred despite a significant $40/metric ton rise in the port's conventional fuel price during the same period. In contrast, the B30-LSMGO (POMEME) price in Rotterdam increased by $38/metric ton, a movement attributed to a $100/metric ton surge in the conventional LSMGO price at the port.
For freight forwarders and operations managers, the stability of B30-VLSFO prices in Rotterdam suggests a potential short-term advantage for carriers utilizing this specific biofuel blend, as their fuel costs for this blend did not escalate with the broader market. However, the increase in B30-LSMGO and conventional fuel prices indicates ongoing volatility in the bunker market, which could translate to higher bunker adjustment factors (BAFs) for shipments, particularly for vessels relying on conventional fuels or the LSMGO biofuel blend. This divergence highlights the complex pricing dynamics within the alternative fuels sector compared to traditional marine fuels.
