Rotterdam Market Report

Thu 8 Aug 2013, 12:15 GMT

Rotterdam Market Report

CRUDE:

WTI dropped as Federal Reserve officials indicated that they may pare bond purchases that have bolstered the economy and energy demand.

BUNKER MARKET:

Loading congestion. Some suppliers fully booked till 12th/14th. Big gap in prices due to different vision about market development plus prices between now/14th due to congestion.

Dutch time: 12:00 hours

Fuel oil 380 cst RMG 35 HS 3.5% - USD 594-601

Fuel oil 380 cst RMG 35 LS 1.0% - USD 605-611

Marine Gas Oil .86/LS 0.1% - USD 902-907

Marine Gas Oil DMA .89/LS 0.1% - USD 879-884.

MGO Netherlands Rotterdam (NL)


		NE Atlantic ECA will cause significant change to the current fuel mix \| Steve Bee, VPS The possibility of off-spec issues highlights the continuing need for proactive fuel testing to protect vessels.

		Smart ships failing to convert data into actionable intelligence, warns SmartSea Maritime technology firm claims vessels collect vast amounts of data but lack integration to support decision-making.

		DNV forecasts 100-fold growth in clean hydrogen by 2060, with China leading expansion Classification society projects $3.2tn investment in hydrogen sector, with maritime accounting for 15% of clean hydrogen use.

		Dual-fuel container ship and vehicle carrier fleet surpasses 1,200 vessels World Shipping Council reports 65% year-on-year increase in operational dual-fuel vessels to 440 ships.

		European Shipowners calls for ETS revenue investment and fuel supplier mandate ECSA urges the EU to invest €9bn in annual ETS revenues in fuel production and infrastructure.

		Singapore bunker industry urged to prioritise resilience and collaboration SSA committee vice chair highlights energy security and crisis readiness at Marine Fuels Forum 2026.

		TFG Marine receives bunker safety award from Singapore maritime authority Marine fuel supplier recognised for safety standards and operational performance at MPA Marine Fuel Forum.

		Bunker surveyor sought in Rotterdam to meet increased demand Dutch firm MCE Marine Surveyors is recruiting for a quantitative fuel inspection role.

		GCMD highlights BHP biofuel trials to address scaling challenges in maritime decarbonisation Mining company discusses need for traceability and coordinated progress across supply, cost and operational readiness.

		Peninsula implements energy efficiency measures across bunker supply fleet Marine fuel supplier focusing on data-driven upgrades and operational measures to cut consumption.