World News

Shipping Confidence Dips in May on Private Equity Worries

New level still the second-highest since 2008 as many plan major investments in coming year.

2 Jul 2014

Crude Steady on mixed Energy Indicators

If you have bunker requirements in the Americas, book them ASAP before the US long weekend.

1 Jul 2014

"Urgent Preparation Needed" for 2015 Sulfur Regulations

The only way to avoid the risk of an impact on operations or the risk of non-compliance is to prepare now, says Dynamic Oil Trading.

1 Jul 2014

Crude Prices Lower as Fears of Supply Disruptions Dissipate

WTI slipped $0.37/bbl to $105.37/bbl while Brent fell $0.94/bbl to $112.36/bbl.

30 Jun 2014

Oil Prices Continue to Correct, Iraq Conflict Yet to Impact Global Supply

WTI slipped $0.66/bbl to $105.84/bbl, while Brent fell $0.79/bbl to $113.21/bbl.

26 Jun 2014

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report: 2014 Week 26

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue.com's demolition sales from June 19th - 25th, 2014.

26 Jun 2014

Industry Insight: Financing the Cost of ECA Compliance

With stricter regulations for vessel emissions coming into effect next year, Ship & Bunker talks to Clean Marine Energy about financing ECA compliance technology.

26 Jun 2014

First Approval in Over 40 Years for Exports of Unrefined US Oil Outside North America

Some analysts say the move could lead to a broader relaxation of the country's export ban.

25 Jun 2014

Unstable Bunker Prices Boost Firm's Growth

With oil markets volatile, Global Risk Management said its support for hedging strategies helps clients.

25 Jun 2014

Carnival Q2 Profits Jump Despite Higher than Predicted Bunker Prices

The price that the cruise company paid for bunkers was still less than last year, and fuel consumption also declined.

25 Jun 2014

Gains for Brent as Conflict in Iraq Continues

Brent gained $0.34/bbl settling at $114.46/bbl while WTI slipped $0.14/bbl resting at $106.03.

24 Jun 2014

First MAN Diesel Dual-Fuel ME-GI Engines Delivered

NASSCO is using the engines in the construction of one of TOTE's LNG-fuelled containerships.

24 Jun 2014

OW Bunker Acquires Wilhelmsen Marine Fuels

WMF was said to be a better fit into OW Bunker's business than Wilhelmsen Maritime Services'.

24 Jun 2014

NSB Sees Bow Retrofits Increasing Charter Market Attractiveness

The new bows, can reduce fuel use by up to 5 percent, allowing for higher charter rates.

24 Jun 2014

Oil Prices Start the Week Down

Bunker buyers should start looking to the upcoming Fourth of July holiday in the US and plan accordingly.

23 Jun 2014

New Global Sales Director for O.W. Bunker

Steve Leonard to take responsibility for driving the strategic direction of global sales to support the company's wider growth plans.

23 Jun 2014

Piraeus Can be a "Gateway of China to Europe" as the Countries Sign Deals Worth $5bn

Chinese investment could turn the Port of Piraeus into "one of the most competitive ports in the world,"

23 Jun 2014

Crude Benchmarks Inch Up as Iraq Troubles Continue

Brent gained $0.80/bbl settling at $115.06/bbl, wile WTI gained $0.46/bbl to finish the day at $106.43/bbl.

19 Jun 2014

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report: 2014 Week 25

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue.com's demolition sales from June 12th - 18th, 2014.

19 Jun 2014

New Trader for Enacol in Cape Verde

Janine Fonseca has joined the team as Bunker Trader effective June 2014.

19 Jun 2014