Bunker Fuels

Maritime industry's move to low-carbon fuels demands transparent verification of sustainable fuel supply chains

OPEC's oil output increased in July as Gulf states resumed supplies after the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure.

Axpo Italia and Vitol completed the first ship-to-ship LNG bunker delivery at the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

Oil prices are rising due to supply risks in the Strait of Hormuz and unresolved US-Iran negotiations

Maritec-Naias found high phenolic compound levels in bunker fuel samples from several Chinese ports, posing potential risks.

Petrobras now offers barge bunkering for VLSFO and LSMGO at Brazil's Port of Suape, alongside existing ex-pipe delivery

India's seaborne crude oil imports saw a marginal decline in the first half of 2026, after an increase in 2025

India's west coast ports saw reduced bunker fuel demand in July due to poor weather and limited barge availability.

New analysis explores policy mechanisms and financial support strategies to bridge the cost gap for low-emission shipping fuels

US gasoline spot prices rose sharply from March to July 2026, despite EPA waivers, due to tight inventories and strong demand

Iran is shifting crude oil exports to its Jask terminal in the Gulf of Oman to bypass U.S. sanctions and reduce risks.

Official Chinese oil demand figures might be lower than actual consumption due to a rise in unlicensed fuel sales

US fuel oil supply dropped by 11% in July, with daily averages falling despite a rise in imports and production

California's major ports are evaluating the potential for commercial methanol bunkering operations to begin by 2028

The Marine Fuels Alliance will provide guidance on maritime liens in bunker contracts amid rising reports of unpaid fuel deliveries

Russian seaborne exports of refined petroleum products fell to a decade low in July, influenced by Ukrainian strikes on refineries

Saudi crude oil shipments to the U.S. have stopped for months due to U.S.-Iran conflict in the Persian Gulf.

US crude oil imports from the Middle East are expected to reach 600,000 barrels daily in August, a post-Iran war peak

A study reveals Singapore's large harbor craft are ready for B100 biofuel, provided proper fuel handling is implemented

Dutch fuel prices have fallen due to decreased oil costs, stemming from easing tensions near the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil product inventories in Fujairah, UAE, rose 7.5% to a two-week high, driven by an increase in heavy distillate stocks.

Oil prices are falling after Iran and Oman announced a deal to resume energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

Red Sea disruptions and a CPC pipeline halt are reshaping global oil flows, impacting prices and arbitrage opportunities.

UK natural gas prices rebounded above 132 pence per therm due to persistent supply concerns, despite a Strait of Hormuz agreement

Exmar received the LNG carrier SIMAISA, slated for conversion into a floating transshipment unit for LNG bunkering.

Gulf oil and condensate exports held steady in July, though 40% below pre-war levels, with a late-month slowdown

US distillate fuel exports reached a record 1.9 million barrels per day last week, driven by strong global demand

ORLEN's new Gdańsk terminal is now operational, handling marine gasoil and biofuel components with an annual capacity exceeding 1.8…

US crude oil inventories unexpectedly increased by 2.690 million barrels, defying market forecasts for a decline.

UK natural gas prices have fallen for three straight days, reaching their lowest since mid-July on Middle East deal hopes