Rotterdam Market Report

Mon 2 Dec 2013, 12:31 GMT

Rotterdam Market Report

Crude:

Brent fell for a second day, reducing its premium over WTI futures as the euro slid against the dollar.

Bunker Market:

LS market remains tight for Antwerp and Rotterdam. Prices remain firm on strong demand and shortage of product. Doubtful whether situation will improve during December due to lack of blending components. LS indication for Antwerp is 640.

Dutch time : 11:35 hours

Fuel oil 380 cst RMG 35 HS 3.5% - USD 575-578

Fuel oil 380 cst RMG 35 LS 1.0% - USD 628-633

Marine Gas Oil .86/LS 0.1% - USD 932-935

Marine Gas Oil DMA .89/LS 0.1% - USD 900-910

MGO Netherlands Rotterdam (NL)


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		Flex Commodities moves Dubai head office to Jumeirah Lakes Towers UAE-based firm relocates to waterfront community popular amongst bunker companies.

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