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DNV GL's Future Fuel Market Puts LNG, Ammonia Ahead
DNV GL's Future Fuel Market Puts LNG, Ammonia Ahead
And in line with decarbonising goals for global shipping.
12 Sep 2019
Prospect of U.S./Iran Thaw Worries Crude Traders, Causes Prices to Drop
Prospect of U.S./Iran Thaw Worries Crude Traders, Causes Prices to Drop
Meanwhile, DNV GL says oil demand will peak in three years.
11 Sep 2019
Oldendorff Plays Down Scrubber Link to Engine Failure
Oldendorff Plays Down Scrubber Link to Engine Failure
Oldendorff Carriers' scrubber systems "are working well", the company says.
11 Sep 2019
IMO2020 Spurring on Digital-led Innovation in Bunkers
IMO2020 Spurring on Digital-led Innovation in Bunkers
Players can see a future for new ideas, says US-based Start Up.
10 Sep 2019
Crude Rises as New Saudi Energy Minister Vows to Maintain Reduced Output
Crude Rises as New Saudi Energy Minister Vows to Maintain Reduced Output
But the analytical community still warns of bearish market until 2020.
9 Sep 2019
New MAN Guidance Identifies IMO2020 Marine Fuel Pitfalls
New MAN Guidance Identifies IMO2020 Marine Fuel Pitfalls
Highlights various considerations for operation in the post 2020 environment.
9 Sep 2019
Concerns Ease Over Cost, Supply, and Quality of IMO2020 Compliant Bunkers
Concerns Ease Over Cost, Supply, and Quality of IMO2020 Compliant Bunkers
VLSFO, not MGO, now seen as the fuel of choice in 2020.
9 Sep 2019
IMO2020: Euronav Paying $47/mt Premium for VLSFO
IMO2020: Euronav Paying $47/mt Premium for VLSFO
But still believes it could get "second mover advantage" with scrubber retrofits.
9 Sep 2019
Crude Prices Boosted By Sentiment as Experts Warn of Iraq Causing "Migrane"
Crude Prices Boosted By Sentiment as Experts Warn of Iraq Causing "Migrane"
Other analysts forecast a big drop in oil demand for next year.
6 Sep 2019
Don't Bunker Blacklisted Iranian Vessels, US Warns
Don't Bunker Blacklisted Iranian Vessels, US Warns
Those that do risk being designated themselves.
6 Sep 2019
IMO2020: Curoil Preparing for VLSFO Supply in Curaçao
IMO2020: Curoil Preparing for VLSFO Supply in Curaçao
Compliant product imports are expected to come from outside of the Caribbean region.
6 Sep 2019
IMO2020: Monjasa Begins VLSFO Supply
IMO2020: Monjasa Begins VLSFO Supply
Gives details on plans for global rollout.
5 Sep 2019
Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report: 2019 Week 35
Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report: 2019 Week 35
Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from August 29 – September 4, 2019.
5 Sep 2019
ICBC: IMO 2020 Rule - Jamaica's Key Challenges & Opportunities to Supply Marine Fuel
ICBC: IMO 2020 Rule - Jamaica's Key Challenges & Opportunities to Supply Marine Fuel
This upcoming conference is set to address compliance solutions as Jamaica advances its capabilities to becoming a bunkering nation, says Transport Minister.
5 Sep 2019
Dan-Bunkering Under Investigation in Syria Case
Dan-Bunkering Under Investigation in Syria Case
Company says it is co-operating with the authorities.
5 Sep 2019
Oil Surges as Strong Economic Data from China Proves Analytical Outlooks Wrong
Oil Surges as Strong Economic Data from China Proves Analytical Outlooks Wrong
But some experts are determined to keep sentiment negative.
4 Sep 2019
New Scrubber Design Looks to Cut Installation Time, Costs
New Scrubber Design Looks to Cut Installation Time, Costs
New design also attractive for smaller ship owning companies.
4 Sep 2019
Energy Minister to Discuss Petrojam's Readiness for IMO2020
Energy Minister to Discuss Petrojam's Readiness for IMO2020
At next week's IBIA Caribbean Bunker Conference (ICBC) – The Caribbean Journey to 2020 Compliance.
4 Sep 2019
FEATURE: Engine Designers Split on IMO2020 Engine Threats
FEATURE: Engine Designers Split on IMO2020 Engine Threats
The quality of 2020 fuels will have little impact on performance, according to engine designers, but reduced sulfur itself could be a bigger problem.
4 Sep 2019
Crude Down Again, But Driscoll Thinks Market Weakness Has Been "Oversold"
Crude Down Again, But Driscoll Thinks Market Weakness Has Been "Oversold"
Inventory draws are steady and the U.S. rig count is down, he argues.
3 Sep 2019