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Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report 2026: Week 14

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from April 2 – April 8, 2026.

10 Apr 2026

Sinopec Launches Global Bunkering Business Centre

New unit is aimed at expanding its international marine fuel offering.

10 Apr 2026

Hormuz Confusion Boosts Oil As Weekend U.S./Iran Talks Loom

Meanwhile, Goldman predicts $100 oil on average for 2026 if the blockage persists.

9 Apr 2026

BUNKER JOBS: Osprey Energy Marine Seeks Philippines Junior Trader in Dordrecht

The company is looking for English- and Filipino-speaking candidates with up to three years of relevant professional work experience, and a network in the Philippines.

9 Apr 2026

Seascale Energy Navigates Volatile Q1 as Middle East Crisis Reshapes Bunker Markets

The company says bunker fuel remains available but is increasingly uneven, more expensive and operationally constrained.

9 Apr 2026

UCL and RMI Study Says GHG Pricing Critical for Shipping's Energy Transition

The study finds that EU-only measures would fail to drive global fleet decarbonisation.

9 Apr 2026

HHI Unveils World's First Ammonia-Powered Gas Carriers for Exmar

The vessels will be officially delivered to Exmar in May and July.

9 Apr 2026

Two-Week Ceasefire Too Short to Restore Hormuz Container Shipping Flows, Says Xeneta

Xeneta says the ceasefire is unlikely to trigger a rapid return to normal container shipping operations in the Middle East.

9 Apr 2026

VIEWPOINT: If Regulation Isn't Enough, Can Markets Drive Maritime Decarbonisation?

The maritime energy transition is increasingly constrained not by technology, but by economics.

9 Apr 2026 · Chris Chatteron, Paul Cruickshank, and Ilja Nevolin - Carbon3

Oil Extends Losses As Vance Warns Iran To Halt Ceasefire Violations

Uncertainty over Washington's next moves cloud trading behaviour.

8 Apr 2026

Solvang Adds Two Carbon Capture-Ready Vessels to Fleet

A third vessel is also expected to join the firm's fleet later this month.

8 Apr 2026

RINA Joins Hands with Hanwha to Advance Battery-Hybrid Propulsion Systems

They aim to support the adoption of battery hybrid propulsion systems in the ferry segment.

8 Apr 2026

IMO Secretary-General: 'Working with Relevant Parties' on Hormuz Transit Mechanism

Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez says he is already working with relevant parties to ensure the safe passage of ships in the Hormuz Strait.

8 Apr 2026

The Emergence of B100 (FAME) in a volatile distillate market

Distillate price volatility makes B100 (FAME) a viable option.

8 Apr 2026 · Paul Hoather – VPS UK Sales Manager

10 Tankers Transited Hormuz Strait Over the Past Week

Clarksons Research says Saudi crude exports via Yanbu continue to rise.

8 Apr 2026

EIA Lifts Brent Forecast Through 2027; Ship & Bunker Raises Bunker Price Outlook

Ship & Bunker G20 VLSFO Index is now expected to average $913 in Q2, up from the previous forecast of $708/mt.

8 Apr 2026

Hormuz Reopening Sends Oil Into Freefall As Analysts Ask: What's Next?

Buyers are still looking for cargoes that can bypass Hormuz.

7 Apr 2026

EcoNavis to Develop Enhanced Rotor Sail to Improve Wind Propulsion Efficiency

The new rotor sail design can boost thrust, cut power use, and deliver more consistent performance.

7 Apr 2026

Missile Debris Falls Near Energy Facilities in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Ministry of Defense says the assessment is ongoing to determine the extent of any impact.

7 Apr 2026

UN Security Council Set to Decide on Watered-Down Hormuz Plan

A UN vote on the Hormuz shipping resolution is expected today after China and Russia pushed back against tougher measures.

7 Apr 2026