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ExxonMobil Interview: Shipowners Say they Don't Need 0.50%S for IMO2020, They Need the Right 0.50%S

The potential challenges of 0.50%S fuel are now coming to the top of customers' minds, Luca Volta tells Ship & bunker.

15 Apr 2019

FOBAS Alert: High Acid Number and Possible Contamination of Fuels in Fujairah

Acid number can be a reflection of naturally occurring naphthenic acids or a reflection of contamination with acidic compounds.

12 Apr 2019

Warnings from Libya and Upbeat Data from China Boost Crude Prices

But analysts warn it'll take substantially more to break WTI's $65 ceiling.

12 Apr 2019

LNG Advocates Release Much Anticipated GHG Study on Gas Bunkers

Say the study shows LNG bunkers can play major role in meeting IMO2050 targets, but skeptics tell Ship & Bunker they remain unconvinced.

12 Apr 2019

Rumour Causes Oil Prices to Drop as Analyst Complains of "Forecasting Nightmare"

Meanwhile, worries over waning demand are dispelled.

11 Apr 2019

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report: 2019 Week 14

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from April 4 – April 10, 2019.

11 Apr 2019

Plastic-waste-to-fuel System Mooted

US-based chemist finds way to turn waste into fuel.

11 Apr 2019

French Power Firm Eyes Hydrogen Fuel Market

With subsidiary whose focus includes on river transport.

11 Apr 2019

HSFO Futures Contracts to Start on APEX

Singapore-based exchange launching small 10 mt contracts to attract smaller players.

11 Apr 2019

IMO 2020: By Hook or by Crook

The shipping and refining industries are in the eve of a new regulation which will affect marine fuel specifications and in turn the global market.

11 Apr 2019

Traders Boost Oil Prices Due to Gasoline Declines While Ignoring Huge Crude Growth

Pundits believes geopolitical concerns will continue to support prices.

10 Apr 2019

Shell Launches IMO2020 Lube

Major adds a new 40BN product to its Alexia range.

10 Apr 2019

IMO2020: 75% of Singapore's Bunker Suppliers to Continue Offering HSFO

MPA gives information on which products will be available from each supplier, and when.

10 Apr 2019

IMO2020: South Africa Yet to See Commitment on LSFO Imports

SAMSA has issued advice on FONARs ahead of the new rules.

10 Apr 2019

Danish Shipping VP Joins Monjasa Board

DFDS's P G Pedersen brings maritime shipping and logistics know-how to Monjasa

10 Apr 2019

High/low Bunker Price Spread Nerves Impacting Investment Decisions

As shipowners hold off from ordering newbuildings until fuel market more stable.

10 Apr 2019

Singapore: Minister Confirms Port 'Ready for IMO2020'

Sufficient supply of compliant LSFO will be available to meet demand.

10 Apr 2019

IMO2020: Conflicts and the Quest for Information

Many buyers are becoming disillusioned with the "wait and see" attitude of some trading houses.

10 Apr 2019

ExxonMobil to Grow its Direct Bunker Sales Business

But the focus is on quality, not simply volumes.

10 Apr 2019

Crude Prices Turn on a Dime With Vague Hints that Russia May Exit OPEC Output Cut Deal

Prices earlier reached new highs on worries of market tightening.

9 Apr 2019