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Weathernews Boosts Bunker-Saving NSR Routing Support

In the fall the company also plans to launch an "ultra-compact satellite" to monitor Arctic ice conditions along the NSR.

18 Jul 2016

OPEC Sees Steady Asia Bunker Demand

But generally lower bunker demand in ARA was said to have supported a build in fuel oil stocks, which were 11.6 percent higher year-on-year.

18 Jul 2016

Russia Far East Bunker Volumes Plummet, Players Face Bankruptcy Risk After Customs Policy Change: Reports

CEC has come under fire by local bunker suppliers for limits placed on duty-free bunkers and its subsequent enforcement and arrears charges.

18 Jul 2016

Aegean Launches New Bunkering Vessel in South Africa

The new R200 million ($13.93 million) bunkering vessel, the MT Lefkas, will provide bunkering services to ships in Algoa Bay.

18 Jul 2016

Searights Bunkering Vessel Among Several Recent Singapore Vessel Arrests

The action taken against physical bunker supplier Searights is understood to be over a S$15,000 payment dispute.

18 Jul 2016

South Korea Aims to Become Regional LNG Bunkering Hub

The country has noted that there is a growing demand for the fuel in the maritime sector stemming from stricter environmental regulations.

15 Jul 2016

Energy Petrol Acquires Two More Bunker Barges

"We now have a total of 13 barges with the largest number of double double bunker barges among all players in the area," CEO Mustafa Muhtaroglu tells Ship & Bunker.

15 Jul 2016

Alfa Laval Introduces New Scrubber for 0.50% Sulfur Cap

Alfa Laval PureSOx Global will be introduced in September specifically for compliance with a 0.5% global sulfur limit.

15 Jul 2016

End of "Legacy" Yahoo Messenger: Curoil Switching to Skype for Business

Yahoo will end support for its "legacy" Yahoo Messenger from August 5, 2016.

15 Jul 2016

Nigeria's Crude Production Recovery Bolstered by End of Workers Strike

It's another win for a country that may soon reclaim its title as Africa's top oil producer.

15 Jul 2016

Get Set For Sub $45 Crude As Early As Next Week: Analysts

They base their prediction on weak demand and the persistent global glut.

15 Jul 2016

Safety Issues May Negate Economic Benefits of Expanded Panama Canal: Report

A new report by PGI Intelligence highlights concerns around the introduction of neo-panamax vessels to the newly expanded Panama Canal.

15 Jul 2016

EGCSA Welcomes Findings of Fuel Availability Study for 2020 Global Sulfur Cap

EGCSA says the results of CE Delft's recent study has provided a "clear mandate" for the 2020 implementation of a 0.50% global sulfur cap on bunkers.

15 Jul 2016

New Blending-on-Board System Set for Installation on 12 Maersk Tankers

The system is said to be expected to enable the vessels to "stay flexible and ready for future lubrication challenges."

15 Jul 2016

EC Criticised for Overlooking Shipping, Biofuels in Draft Emissions Strategy Plan

"The greatest disappointment is the complete lack of ambition on international aviation and shipping," said Transport & Environment.

15 Jul 2016

Crude Recovers Half of Wednesday's Losses

Bunker prices were somewhat firm in the primary ports.

14 Jul 2016

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report: 2016 Week 27

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue.com's demolition sales from July 7 – July 13, 2016.

14 Jul 2016

Vopak Expands Terminal Presence in Panama, Eyes Growing Regional Bunker Demand

Vopak says it has obtained major regulatory approvals for the development of a first phase 360,000 cbm independent oil terminal in Bahia las Minas, Panama.

14 Jul 2016

Lukoil Marine Lubricants Aims to Increase China and Hong Kong Market Share with New Office

The company says it has opened a new office in Hong Kong to boost its regional market presence.

14 Jul 2016

HMM Confirms Alliance with 2M Carriers

HMM says it has signed a MoU with the 2M carriers, Maersk Line and MSC, which will see HMM join in a 2M Vessel Sharing Agreement, effective April 2017.

14 Jul 2016