Fuel oil trading

Residual fuel trading, blending economics, VLSFO and HSFO spreads, marine fuel supply and bunker market developments.

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Alkagesta agrees Energy Petrol acquisition in first move into vessel ownership

The Malta-based trader’s Turkish marine fuel deal adds eight vessels and extends its business into direct bunker distribution, according to the company.

23 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

Bunker vessel alongside a container ship in Singapore waters

Marine Fuel

Singapore sets out multi-fuel bunkering strategy at Sibcon 2026

Opening the 24th Singapore International Bunkering Conference, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore unveiled an ammonia bunkering standard, new digital systems and support for electric harbour craft, arguing the industry must prepare for several marine fuels at once.

15 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

Bioethanol bunkering operation at a container terminal

Marine Fuel

Singapore to stage world's largest ethanol bunkering operation during Sibcon week

A Maersk vessel will take on around 5,000 tonnes of ISCC-certified bioethanol at PSA's Pasir Panjang Terminal in Singapore's first ethanol bunkering operation, announced at Sibcon 2026.

15 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

Marine Fuel

MPA, CMA CGM and SLNG sign bio-methane bunkering agreement at Sibcon

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, CMA CGM and Singapore LNG Corporation will jointly explore the supply and use of liquefied bio-methane as a marine fuel, including pilots under real operating conditions.

15 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

Marine Fuel

Terminals, Vessels and Screening: Alkagesta Operations in Singapore

Alkagesta’s Singapore hub combines marine fuel supply, terminal visits and vessel screening as the company expands its physical operations across Asia.

14 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

A large container ship being refueled at the Port of Rotterdam, with industrial infrastructure in the background.

Bunkering

Port of Rotterdam Joins Global Methanol Alliance

The Port of Rotterdam has become a member of The Global Methanol Alliance, formerly The Methanol Institute, as it prepares for a transition to clean methanol.

13 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

A ship at sea, potentially indicating marine operations or environmental response.

Marine Fuel

Clean Caspian Phase I Completion Garners International Press Coverage

Alkagesta-invested startup Clean Caspian has received international press attention following the successful conclusion of Phase I of its development, which focused on identifying technologies for oil spill containment and dispersion.

4 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

Bunkering

Propeller Fuels Acquires Shipergy, Expands Bunkering Operations

Propeller Fuels has completed the acquisition of Shipergy, a technology-focused bunker trading company, aiming to enhance its focus on value-added bunkering services and integrate new technological solutions.

30 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Marine Fuel

Aderco Introduces Program for Verifiable CO2 Reductions

Aderco has launched a new program enabling shipping companies to gather data on improved fuel performance, which can be converted into Gold Standard carbon credits through a 'measure-as-you-go' system.

28 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A large marine engine undergoing testing, potentially a hydrogen-fuelled prototype.

Marine Fuel

Hydrogen Engine for Large Vessels Completes Land-Based Testing

Japan Engine's hydrogen-fuelled engine, designed for large commercial vessels, has successfully concluded its land-based testing phase, achieving significant greenhouse gas emission reductions.

20 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A large container ship at sea, symbolizing maritime logistics and fuel consumption.

Marine Fuel

UK Shipping Forms Coalition for Alternative Maritime Fuels

The UK Chamber of Shipping and Cruise Lines International Association have established a new coalition to expedite the availability of alternative maritime fuels and the necessary supporting infrastructure.

9 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Bunkering

ORLEN and Port of Gdynia Explore LNG Bunkering Potential

ORLEN and the Port of Gdynia have initiated a collaboration to investigate the feasibility of introducing LNG and bio-LNG bunkering services in Poland, focusing on market demand and necessary infrastructure.

8 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A modern office building in Copenhagen, representing a new business hub.

Bunkering

Bunker Holding and Dan-Bunkering to Relocate to New Copenhagen Hub

Bunker Holding and Dan-Bunkering are among several companies set to co-locate their operations at a new shared USTC Hub in Copenhagen, according to Manifold Times.

8 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A large cargo ship being refueled by a bunker barge in a busy port.

Marine Fuel

FLEX Commodities Appoints Senior Marine Fuels Trader in Singapore

FLEX Commodities has announced the appointment of Euwyn Tan as a Senior Marine Fuels Trader in its Singapore office, bringing extensive experience in the marine fuels and bunkering sectors.

8 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

A large cargo ship being built in a shipyard, with cranes and industrial structures in the background.

Bunkering

Chinese Shipbuilders and European Owners Discuss Alternative Fuels

During the inaugural China-Europe Maritime Summit at SMM 2026, Chinese shipbuilders and European shipowners expressed a desire for enhanced cooperation on vessel development and alternative bunker fuels, according to Manifold Times.

7 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

Marine Fuel

Alkagesta Reports Strong 1H 2026 Performance Amid Market Volatility

Alkagesta published its 1H 2026 Performance Update, detailing commercial activity, strategic developments, and operational progress across its core commodities portfolio, maintaining reliable product availability for customers.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Diesel

Turkey Boosts Diesel Imports from US and India

Turkey significantly increased its diesel imports from the United States and India to record levels in August, according to shipping data, amidst a Russian ban on diesel exports.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A graphic representation of ammonia production or a chemical plant.

Marine Fuel

Ammobia and Lummus Technology Partner on Low-Carbon Ammonia

Ammobia, a developer of modular ammonia production technology, has announced a collaboration with Lummus Technology to license and deploy its ammonia production system for various applications, including marine fuels.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large bulk carrier ship at sea, potentially representing a methanol dual-fuel vessel.

Marine Fuel

KfW IPEX-Bank Finances Two Methanol Dual-Fuel Bulk Carriers

KfW IPEX-Bank has announced a €79.3 million financing package for the construction of two self-unloading methanol dual-fuel bulk carriers, supporting the development of more sustainable shipping solutions.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large container ship, OOCL Grace, at a shipyard.

Marine Fuel

OOCL Names Second 24,000 TEU Methanol Dual-Fuel Boxship

Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd. (OOCL) has named its second 24,000 TEU methanol dual-fuel container vessel, OOCL Grace, marking a continued commitment to fleet expansion, greening, and digitalisation.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large fuel tanker being refueled at a port terminal.

Marine Fuel

Colonial Group to Acquire Foster Fuels, Expanding Fuel Services

Savannah-based Colonial Group, Inc. has announced an agreement to acquire Foster Fuels, a Virginia-based provider of fuel, lubricants, propane, and critical energy services, according to Bunkerspot.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large container ship or car carrier at sea, representing marine transportation and fuel supply.

Marine Fuel

EcoMethanol Signs MoU for Green Methanol Supply to Carriers

EcoMethanol has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Taebaek City, Hyundai Corporation, Wallenius Wilhelmsen, and EUKOR Car Carriers to facilitate the supply of green methanol.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large oil tanker being refueled at a port terminal, with storage tanks visible in the background.

Fuel Oil Trading

Singapore Fuel Oil Inventories Decline in August

Singapore's residual fuel oil stocks have shown a decrease in August compared to July, with overall inventories dipping by 2% according to recent data from Enterprise Singapore.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

A large oil tanker navigating open waters, symbolizing global energy trade and logistics.

Diesel

Asian Diesel Exports to Africa Surge Amid Middle East Supply Void

Asian diesel shipments to Africa are projected to reach a four-and-a-half-year high in August, as African buyers seek alternative supplies following a significant reduction in exports from the Middle East, according to Baird Maritime.

31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

European refinery and storage terminal at dusk

Gas Oil

European gasoil: the 2026 barge supply squeeze

Refinery closures, sanctioned flows and constrained inland logistics leave Europe's diesel and gasoil market with less slack than the flat price suggests.

25 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Tanker under way with cargo terminal in the background

Fuel Oil Trading

Fuel oil outlook: Hormuz and the Rhine put choke points back in the price

Two very different bottlenecks — one geopolitical, one hydrological — are shaping fuel oil differentials into the second half.

24 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Tanker transiting a narrow shipping channel at dusk.

Fuel Oil Trading

Alkagesta flags dual choke-point squeeze on European fuel supply

Stalled Hormuz diplomacy and record-low Rhine water levels combined to tighten prompt fuel availability across Singapore, Northwest Europe and the Mediterranean.

17 Aug 2026 · 2 min read

Bunker barge alongside a merchant vessel in a Mediterranean port.

Bunkering

Malta's bunker market turns to distillates as fuel oil sales slide

Alkagesta's Malta country manager sets out the ECA-driven product rotation reshaping one of the Mediterranean's most strategically placed bunkering hubs.

22 Jun 2026 · 2 min read

Bunkering

Alkagesta Singapore nears 250,000 tonnes a month in first year

The trader's Asian hub has scaled to around a quarter of a million tonnes of monthly volume within twelve months of launch.

2 Jun 2026 · 2 min read