IBIA 2014 Convention to Focus on 2015 ECA Compliance

by Ship & Bunker News Team
Thursday October 2, 2014

The International Bunkering Industry Association (IBIA) has announced that the focus of its upcoming 2014 convention in Hamburg on November 3-7 will be 2015 Emissions Control Area (ECA) compliance, including a look at new fuels, emerging markets, quality and integrity, and compliance with the latest regulations.

"The management of marine fuels is at the top of every shipping company's agenda with so many questions surrounding new fuel types, ECA compliance, quality and testing. Our unique four day event takes place during the week of the Hamburg Eisbeinessen, a huge maritime industry gathering and will help to clarify many of the issues facing shipping company executives," said IBIA chief executive Peter Hall.

"The packed programme kicks off with a full day forum on 3 November titled 'Bunkering in 2015 and Beyond' which provides delegates with a holistic view of the industry today covering legislation, pricing, quality, fuel switching and sampling.

"The convention opens on 4 November with an address by Dr Hermann Klein, CEO of leading German shipowner ER Schiffahrt, followed by presentations from European refiners, surveyors, owners and ports. 

"Much of the discussion will focus on the implications of the European ECA which comes into force on 1 January 2015," said the IBIA by email.

In addition, the Singapore Maritime Authority will also address the convention to discuss its plans regarding the mandatory introduction of mass flow meters (MFM) for MFO bunkering.

Earlier this year, Singapore announced it would introduce mandatory use of MFMs in Singapore from 2017.