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Spain to Ban Bunkering off Gibraltar
Gibraltar, British governments say the Spanish government has no authority to prevent refuelling in the area.
2 Sep 2013
Engine Trouble Hits LNG-Fuelled Ship
The MS Stavengerfjord was forced to turn around after problems with gas pressure to its engines.
2 Sep 2013
TEN-T Pushing LNG Bunkering Development
The EU network is spending €105 million on studies and infrastructure projects across Europe.
2 Sep 2013
Analysis: LNG Best Near Future Bunker Alternative
Finnish researchers developed a cargo vessel concept based on trade patterns and efficiency needs.
2 Sep 2013
OW Bunker Starts Physical Supply in West Africa
The company will supply a range of fuels and lubricants from a newly launched tanker, with another due to start operations by year's end.
2 Sep 2013
Egypt "Foils" Suez Canal Attack
No damage was reported to the vessel or cargo of the Panama-registered Cosco Asia.
2 Sep 2013
OW Bunker Gets New India Headquarters
"India's bunker market is maturing rapidly," the company says.
30 Aug 2013
New Chinese VLCCs to Drop Fuel Use 20%
China Merchants Energy Shipping will receive the four tankers in 2016 and 2017.
30 Aug 2013
Two Oil Spills Hit U.S. East Coast
Officials have not determined the source of either spill at the major fishing port.
30 Aug 2013
"Substantially More Fuel Efficient" Ferries Introduced
The two new Western Ferries ships promise lower gas emissions compared with the ferries they replace.
30 Aug 2013
Hellenic Petroleum in the Red
Despite increased refining volume, "record low refining margins" hit results.
30 Aug 2013
Crude Markets Fall Back from Multi-Month Highs
WTI fell $1.30 to settle at $108.80/bbl, while Brent shed $1.45, settling at $115.16.
29 Aug 2013
Synthetic Fuel Maker Inks Deal to Start Maersk Supply
The company will begin providing fuel to Maersk this year to conclude performance evaluations.
29 Aug 2013
Scorpio Tankers Gets New $429.6M Loan for More Newbuildings
The loan, through the Export-Import Bank of Korea and a "leading financial institution" will help finance newbuildings.
29 Aug 2013
Euronav Pleased with Energy-Saving Tech
The company said Mewis Ducts have been one of the best improvements.
29 Aug 2013
Frontline: Tanker Market "Massively Oversupplied"
The company said it is looking at scrapping vessels over 15 years old in light of low market rates.
29 Aug 2013
NAT Ships "Greener and Greener"
The company says it is looking at possible growth through new investments.
29 Aug 2013
Tricks of the Bunker Trade: Pumping / Mixing Slops into Bunkers
Tricks of the Bunker Trade: Pumping / Mixing Slops into Bunkers
Introducing slops will reduce the actual fuel amount and also can create engine problems.
29 Aug 2013
Bunker Markets Firm as Crude Continues to Rise
WTI gained $1.09 today, settling at $110.10/bbl, while Brent pushed up $2.33, settling at $116.61/bbl.
28 Aug 2013
New Loan for STX Pan Ocean
Korea Development Bank says the funds will provide working capital to help the company recover after receivership.
28 Aug 2013