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New Physical Supply Operation for Chemoil in Australia
Glencore subsidiary Chemoil Wednesday announced it will commence physical bunker fuel supply operations from Port Kembla in New South Wales, Australia from April 2, 2016.
In addition, and "subject to final approvals," Chemoil will also deploy a bunker barge, capable of supplying both marine fuel oil and marine gas oil, to support its operations and offer bunkering via barge in Newcastle, Port Botany and Eden.
Chemoil says it will partner with United Maritime Australia for its barging operations.
"While Glencore does not own refineries in Australia, our global network and marketing expertise allows us to efficiently and competitively source, ship, store, blend and deliver a broad range of fuels for our customers," said Brett Crawford, Manager of Glencore's Oil business in Australia.
"The addition of Port Kembla will further strengthen Chemoil's supply network throughout Australasia and is an important strategic step for the company as it expands its offering to ship owners, cruise lines, brokers and agents."
Last December Ship & Bunker reported that Australia had seen an "unprecedented" rise in bunker related vessel arrests.
