The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has announced it will not renew the bunker craft operator licence of Brightoil Petroleum (S'pore) Pte. Ltd., which expires on October 31.

According to a circular issued on October 1, Brightoil will be prohibited from operating as a bunker craft operator within Singapore Port from November 1, 2025.

The MPA's decision comes as part of its regulatory oversight of bunker operations in the world's largest bunkering hub. The authority did not specify reasons for the non-renewal in its circular.

Singapore's bunker industry handles more than 50 million tonnes of marine fuel annually, with strict licensing requirements governing suppliers and craft operators who deliver fuel to vessels.

The MPA reminded all bunker licensees to comply with licence terms and conditions, warning of potential enforcement action against violators. The authority stated it would consider contraventions when reviewing licence renewals and could suspend or cancel licences where necessary.

"MPA will not hesitate to take firm action against any licensee that contravenes any of its bunker licence terms and conditions," the circular stated.

The regulatory move reflects Singapore's commitment to maintaining operational standards in its bunker sector, which serves vessels transiting through one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.