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ABB Launches Bunker-Saving Sequential Turbocharging System
ABB Launches Bunker-Saving Sequential Turbocharging System
ABB says the system offers significant long-term economic benefits for vessel operators and charterers with potential for fuel savings of up to three percent.
6 Dec 2017
AIP Granted for LNG-Powered Coal Carrier Design
AIP Granted for LNG-Powered Coal Carrier Design
The design was jointly developed by MOL, Tohoku Electric Power, Namura Shipbuilding
6 Dec 2017
FuelSafe Changeover Solution Launched by Auramarine
FuelSafe Changeover Solution Launched by Auramarine
The solution is intended for accurate fuel temperature and viscosity control throughout the fuel changeover process.
6 Dec 2017
Wärtsilä and CSSC Electrical and Automation JV Opened in China
Wärtsilä and CSSC Electrical and Automation JV Opened in China
The opening of CWE&A was announced today at the Marintec 2017 conference and exhibition in Shanghai.
6 Dec 2017
Shipping Voices Join Call for Carriage Ban on Noncompliant Bunker Fuel
Shipping Voices Join Call for Carriage Ban on Noncompliant Bunker Fuel
Compliance to be discussed at IMO in February.
6 Dec 2017
IBIA Steers Middle Path on 2020 Compliance Debate
IBIA Steers Middle Path on 2020 Compliance Debate
There are legitimate concerns about compliance and effective enforcement but equally there are legitimate reasons to expect a high level of compliance: IBIA.
6 Dec 2017
The World is Changing. Where Does the Bunker Industry Stand?
The World is Changing. Where Does the Bunker Industry Stand?
"Will we remain a simple commercial part of this game or makers of new markets?" Mustafa Muhtaroglu, Founder, Energy Petrol writes for Ship & Bunker.
6 Dec 2017
New Player Propeller Fuels Launches into UK Bunker Market
New Player Propeller Fuels Launches into UK Bunker Market
"Key to our plans today are to establish a bunker supply platform that is ready for 2020," partner Robert Thompson tells Ship & Bunker.
6 Dec 2017
Total: CMA CGM Supply Deal Equivalent to 75% of Today's LNG Bunker Demand
Total: CMA CGM Supply Deal Equivalent to 75% of Today's LNG Bunker Demand
"Total is now a major player," says TMFGS Chief Executive Officer, Olivier Jouny, adding that LNG bunkers are now the company's "main focus."
5 Dec 2017
Confidence in OPEC Inspires Goldman 2018 Oil Price Forecast and Tuesday Crude Gains
Confidence in OPEC Inspires Goldman 2018 Oil Price Forecast and Tuesday Crude Gains
Saudi Arabia also raised its January crude prices to Asia.
5 Dec 2017
Questionable Statements Support Libya And UAE's Commitment to OPEC Extension
Questionable Statements Support Libya And UAE's Commitment to OPEC Extension
Again, news agencies confuse civil unrest and annual oilfield maintenance with commitment to the deal.
5 Dec 2017
Crew of Bunker Tanker Arrested Following Collision with Fishing Vessel
Crew of Bunker Tanker Arrested Following Collision with Fishing Vessel
Seven passengers were rescued after the Seonchang-1 overturned during the incident, 13 have been confirmed dead, and two other individuals are missing.
5 Dec 2017
Wärtsilä and GTT Seal Agreement to Cooperate on LNG Fuel Tank and Supply Systems
Wärtsilä and GTT Seal Agreement to Cooperate on LNG Fuel Tank and Supply Systems
The agreement was signed today at the Marintec conference and exhibition in Shanghai, China.
5 Dec 2017
GE and HZ Awarded ABS Approval in Principle for LNG Power Supply Vessel Design Using COGES
GE and HZ Awarded ABS Approval in Principle for LNG Power Supply Vessel Design Using COGES
GE and DSIC have also completed a preliminary design for the conversion of a steam turbine powered LNG Carrier to a gas turbine-based propulsion system.
5 Dec 2017
World Bunker Suppliers Makes New Hire
World Bunker Suppliers Makes New Hire
"Sachin Singh is our new bunker trader responsible for day-to-day trading for Fujairah," WBS director Nicholas Frendo tells Ship and Bunker.
5 Dec 2017
Small Tanker Arrested in Singapore
Small Tanker Arrested in Singapore
Ship believed to carry oil products
5 Dec 2017
Sharp Fall for Pakistan Bunker Prices on Lack of Refinery Storage
Sharp Fall for Pakistan Bunker Prices on Lack of Refinery Storage
IFO180 prices in Pakistan are expected to fall further over the next one-to-two months, Zeeshan Arshad, Director Bunkers at local physical supplier Orion Bunkers tells Ship & Bunker.
5 Dec 2017
Fear Over U.S. Taking Advantage of OPEC Extension Prompts Crude Price Dip
Fear Over U.S. Taking Advantage of OPEC Extension Prompts Crude Price Dip
However, predictions of a U.S. drawdown caused prices to escalate in Asian trade early Tuesday.
5 Dec 2017
Compliance, Not Annual Maintenance, Emphasized as Reason for November OPEC Output Fall
Compliance, Not Annual Maintenance, Emphasized as Reason for November OPEC Output Fall
Meanwhile, the Saudis again express commitment for the OPEC cutback extension.
4 Dec 2017
Curoil Adds Trinidad & Tobago to its Offshore Bunker Supply Locations
Curoil Adds Trinidad & Tobago to its Offshore Bunker Supply Locations
The new supply location comes in addition to its existing operations in Curacao, Bonaire, and Aruba.
4 Dec 2017