Americas Bunker Fuel Availability Outlook: Houston Sees Good Demand
Houston's bunker fuel market shows good demand and decent availability, with 5-7 day lead times for all fuel types.
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Houston's bunker fuel market shows good demand and decent availability, with 5-7 day lead times for all fuel types.
Oceaneering International secured a six-month contract for offshore survey work in the US Gulf of Mexico and Trinidad
US refining capacity is expected to decrease by 1.43% in 2025, driven by refinery conversions and closures.
Bunker fuel demand in Houston has eased, Balboa faces tight HSFO supply, and Paranagua sees extended lead times
Port Houston's public terminals experienced their highest monthly container volume since summer 2025, fueled by strong energy demand
Venezuelan crude is now a crucial feedstock for US Gulf Coast refineries, filling a supply gap from Middle Eastern disruptions

Volvo Autonomous Solutions and AVI-SPL have launched driverless freight operations between Dallas and Houston using Aurora-powered Volvo…

Port Houston hosted the U.S. Secretary of Energy at the Houston Ship Channel, highlighting its role in energy exports
Strong demand has tightened bunker fuel availability in the US Gulf, with lead times extending for various fuel types.

DP World is reportedly considering a return to managing US port facilities, specifically at a Texas port.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright indicated American refineries could handle more Venezuelan crude oil, potentially boosting exports

A Laredo summit debated driverless freight corridors and alternative solutions for U.S. truckers in Mexico.
The US will not impose an oil export ban to curb prices, focusing instead on filling the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

Port Houston officials stress ongoing training and early preparation are key to quickly restoring operations after hurricanes.

The Connecticut Maritime Association will relocate its annual meeting to Houston, Texas, to boost attendance.
Houston's bunker fuel market sees strong demand and tight availability, with extended lead times due to terminal congestion
Ray-Mont Logistics is opening a new transload facility at the Port of Mobile, capitalizing on its deeper harbor.
Port Houston reports a 5% rise in vessel activity and 27% tonnage growth in the Houston Ship Channel due to infrastructure upgrades

AAL Shipping completed a 12,000-freight-tonne delivery of heavy power generation equipment to Houston.

A new vision for "zero-queue ports" aims to eliminate anchored ships and truck lines through advanced digitalization

Taylor Marine Shipyard, a new Gulf Coast facility, opened near Houston Ship Channel with a 660-ton Marine Travelift

Port Houston appointed Amy Rister as Director of State Government Relations, leveraging her two decades of Texas legislative experience
Houston's bunker fuel market is experiencing tight availability and extended lead times due to strong demand and volatility.
A Canadian bitcoin miner is suing ZIM and the Port of Houston for alleged unfair per-diem fees on delayed cargo.
Houston Ship Channel's Q1 2026 tonnage throughput rose 12% year-on-year, driven by a 19% surge in energy exports

Port Houston reported its first container slowdown since early 2025 in April, with executives expecting a quick recovery

ABS launched the SeaTech Innovation Exchange with centers in Athens and Houston to accelerate maritime innovation and research

Houston's port is capturing more cargo volume as West Coast ports face reduced import demand, reflecting a continental shift

The annual Port of Eagle Pass summit focused on US-Mexico trade dynamics and trucking logistics
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