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

Global VLSFO prices have dropped to their lowest level since early May.

8 Sep 2025

Eight OPEC+ Members Agree on Smaller October Production Hike

Eight OPEC+ members will lift output by 137,000 b/d in October, a smaller increase than in recent months.

8 Sep 2025

All Eyes On OPEC As Bearish Sentiment Intensifies, Oil Continues Downward

Meanwhile, Trump admits he may have lost India and Russia to China.

5 Sep 2025

INSIGHT: The Contractual Pitfalls of FuelEU Maritime

Julien Rabeux of West of England P&I Club discusses the contractual considerations to make when analysing the FuelEU Maritime regulation.

5 Sep 2025 · Julien Rabeux, Head of Claims (Singapore) at West of England P&I Club

Banle Group 1H 2025 Biofuel Sales Jumped by Nearly 155% On the Year

The firm reported a net loss of US $992,000 in 1H 2025, narrowing from a "1.62 million loss last year.

5 Sep 2025

Provaris Partners With Baker Hughes for Hydrogen Transport Solutions

Provaris Energy and Baker Hughes have teamed up to advance compressed hydrogen solutions for marine transport and storage.

5 Sep 2025

BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Drops to One-Week Low

Global VLSFO prices followed crude futures lower on Thursday.

5 Sep 2025

Traders Flip-Flop Again On OPEC Expectations, Oil Incurs More Losses

Meanwhile, Russia gears up for more crude exports to China.

4 Sep 2025

US Threatens Increased Tariffs if IMO 2028 Framework is Adopted: Report

The Trump administration is considering using tariffs, visa restrictions and port levies as a means of encouraging opposition to the deal.

4 Sep 2025

High Cost of Ammonia May Keep It Out of Reach for Most Shipowners: DNV

DNV says the fuel remains nearly five times more expensive than MGO, with only carbon pricing and subsidies able to narrow the gap.

4 Sep 2025

Sanmar Inches Closer to Launching World's Largest Methanol-Powered Tug

The dual-fuel tug will be deployed in Canada, supporting tanker escort operations from Vancouver to the Pacific Ocean.

4 Sep 2025

Lloyd's Register Issues New Wind Propulsion and Ergonomics Rules

Lloyd's Register has introduced new ship rules covering wind propulsion systems and ergonomic design to support decarbonisation and crew safety.

4 Sep 2025

VPS: A Global Pandemic of High Cat-fines in Marine Fuel

Steve Bee of VPS discusses recent high levels of cat-fines found in VLSFO samples at ports around the world.

4 Sep 2025

BUNKER PRICES: G20-VLSFO Index Jumps to Four-Week High

Global VLSFO prices have dropped for a fourth consecutive session.

4 Sep 2025

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report 2025: Week 35

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from August 28 – September 3, 2025.

4 Sep 2025

Oil Sheds Gains on OPEC Flip-Flop Sentiment as Sunday Meeting Looms

Meanwhile, crude stocks in the U.S. may have declined again.

3 Sep 2025

INSIGHT: The Importance of Respect in the Bunker Industry

Vernon Jayanathan of Maritime Recruitment Company Ltd discusses the advantages for bunker companies in creating a culture of respect among their staff.

3 Sep 2025

Crude Futures Slide on Report of Potential OPEC+ Output Increase

Planned increases in OPEC+ production are driving expectations of significantly lower prices for crude next year.

3 Sep 2025

Celsius Tankers and Caravel Group Form LNG Bunker Barge JV

The joint venture has placed an order for two 20,000 m3 LNG bunkering vessels scheduled for delivery in 2027.

3 Sep 2025

CMA CGM Expands Methanol-Fuelled Fleet with Another Boxship Delivery

The vessel has been delivered by South Korea's Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries.

3 Sep 2025