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BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Rises for First in Four Days

Global VLSFO prices are on the rise again with a jump in crude futures.

25 Sep 2025

FEATURE: IMO Net-Zero Framework Likely to Pass Vote Despite US Pushback

Ship & Bunker spoke to experts tracking the IMO's Net-Zero Framework, who say the two-thirds majority needed for adoption looks within reach.

25 Sep 2025

Oil Jumps As Hawkish Trump, Russia Infrastructure Damage Stoke Tightness Fears

Meanwhile, analysts expect OPEC to keep output steady on Sunday.

24 Sep 2025

Oilmar Owner Arrested in Azerbaijan

Oilmar's management is now in the process of taking over ownership of the company, CEO Yusif Mammadov said in a note to clients seen by Ship & Bunker.

24 Sep 2025

NYK Completes Its First Ship-to-Ship Ammonia Transfer Off Spain

About 23,000 mt of liquified ammonia was transferred in the ship-to-ship operation.

24 Sep 2025

IBIA Calls IMO Adoption of Net-Zero Framework 'Imperative'

The bunker industry body says IMO must act now or face a patchwork of regional carbon schemes.

24 Sep 2025

Royal Caribbean Secures Meyer Turku Shipbuilding Slots Through 2036

Royal Caribbean Group has struck a long-term deal with Finland's Meyer Turku, confirming a new cruise ship order and securing shipyard slots into the 2030s.

24 Sep 2025

Methanex Targets Methanol Bunker Demand in ARA and South Korea

The world's largest methanol producer has struck new partnerships in Europe and Asia to expand its marine fuel supply network.

24 Sep 2025

BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Slips for Third Day

Global VLSFO prices remain at their lowest level since early May.

24 Sep 2025

Oil Breaks Four Day Losing Streak On Impediments To Oversupply

Meanwhile, Trump blasts NATO for aiding Russia's war with Ukraine.

23 Sep 2025

BIMCO Advances Work on Biofuels Clause for Time Charter Parties

BIMCO is drafting a new time charter clause on the use of biofuels and seeking industry feedback.

23 Sep 2025

OceanWings' Wind Propulsion System Gets DNV Approval

Certification marks a milestone for OceanWings' automated wingsail system as shipping turns to wind to cut fuel use and emissions.

23 Sep 2025

Maldives to Get its First Shore Power System

Cavotec to deliver Maldives' first shore power system, letting ships plug into electricity at berth.

23 Sep 2025

Bunker Holding Names Peder Møller as New CEO

Peder Møller will take over as CEO of the world's largest marine fuels firm on October 6, succeeding Keld R. Demant.

23 Sep 2025

WSC Pushes for Market-Based Method to Set IMO's Net-Zero Fuel Rewards

The World Shipping Council warns that without cost-competitive zero-carbon fuels, shipowners may continue using oil and buy compliance credits.

23 Sep 2025

Exmar Orders Four Scrubber-Fitted Tankers with Deliveries From 2027

The first of the tankers will be delivered in the third quarter of 2027.

23 Sep 2025

INSIGHT: Net Zero Shipping, A Tax Game Disguised as Climate Policy?

Rob Mortimer, CEO of Fuelre4m, sets out a case against the IMO's net-zero framework.

23 Sep 2025 · Rob Mortimer, CEO, Fuelre4m

BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Drops to Four-Month Low

Global VLSFO prices are back down to their lowest levels since early May.

23 Sep 2025

Henkel Turns to DHL's Book & Claim for CO2 Emission Cuts

The deal will see sustainable biofuels power most of Henkel's ocean freight in 2025.

22 Sep 2025

Everllence and Partners to Develop Ammonia-Fuelled Gas Carrier

Everllence says its ammonia dual-fuel engine has gained traction since testing began.

22 Sep 2025