Thu 3 Oct 2024, 04:44 GMT | Updated: Thu 3 Oct 2024, 04:47 GMT

Stephen Robinson heads up bunker desk at Tankers International


Former Bomin and Cockett MD appointed Head of Bunker Strategy and Procurement.


Stephen Robinson, pictured on his appointment as Head of Bunker Strategy and Procurement at Tankers International.
Robinson said of Tankers International that 'the time is right to supercharge its bunker desk offering' due to the increased complexity of fuel procurement. Image credit: Tankers International

VLCC pooling specialist Tankers International has appointed Stephen Robinson to head up its bunker desk.

Robinson, who has been given the job title 'Head of Bunker Strategy and Procurement', will be based in the UK and brings several years of management experience to the business, having previously served as managing director for both Bomin and Cockett Marine Oil.

"Over his career, he has developed an in-depth understanding of both the trading and physical supply of fuels. He has a solid technical background in terms of fuel procurement, management and hedging, and has long, established relationships with many physical suppliers — an advantage for Tankers International when developing and maintaining credit lines," Tankers International noted in a statement.

Matthew Smith, Chief Operating Officer, Tankers International, said: "Stephen Robinson brings with him a wealth of knowledge and strong relationships which he has developed over many years on both the trading and supply sides of the bunkering world. With decarbonisation so high on the shipping agenda plus the emerging alternative fuels landscape, this has never been more important. We're excited to have someone of his pedigree supporting our pool, focusing on realising the growing competitive advantage that an effective fuel strategy has to offer, and adding true value to our partners when it comes to fuel procurement."

Commenting on his appointment, Robinson remarked: "While Tankers International has always provided this service to pool members and has established solid credit lines, with the emergence of alternative fuels, the uptake of new ship technologies, and multiple regulatory changes, the time is right to supercharge its bunker desk offering. Fuel constitutes a major portion of operating costs and fuel procurement is becoming increasingly complex. I am looking forward to working with pool partners to manage fuel strategies, realise efficiencies, and reduce costs."



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