Wed 13 May 2026, 04:17 GMT | Updated: Wed 13 May 2026, 04:51 GMT | Evangelia Fragouli

Peninsula implements energy efficiency measures across bunker supply fleet


Marine fuel supplier focusing on data-driven upgrades and operational measures to cut consumption.


Levante LNG vessel.
Peninsula is deploying various technologies and operational strategies to reduce fuel consumption and emissions across its bunkering vessels. Pictured: Levante LNG, a 12,500-cbm LNG supply vessel. Image credit: Peninsula

Peninsula is reviewing a range of energy-efficiency measures across its bunker supply fleet to reduce fuel consumption and support decarbonisation.

The marine energy provider stated that its work focuses on assessing practical upgrades and operational changes, rather than applying a single set of solutions across all vessels.

A key part of the programme is better measurement. Peninsula noted that many older craft lack sensors capable of accurately tracking fuel use, with work under way with suppliers to improve visibility and data quality.

Technical options under review include hull cleaning to lower resistance, oil purification systems, fuel injection improvements and LNG efficiency enhancements to support engine performance.

For larger ships, the bunker seller is also assessing rigid sails.

Voyage optimisation is another area of focus, with research under way into weather routing and planning tools that could reduce unnecessary tanker movements and waiting times.

Depending on vessel type and operating conditions, Peninsula estimated that such measures could deliver fuel savings of 5-15%.

“There is no single solution when it comes to energy efficiency. Our approach is to assess a range of options and identify where they can make a practical difference across our operations,” said Maria Angeles Lopez, Peninsula’s decarbonisation manager.

Peninsula is a marine energy supplier active in physical bunkering and back-to-back trading, offering conventional fuels, biofuels, LNG, bio-LNG and other alternative energy options to shipping customers.



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