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September 22, 2026
Petrobras suspends bunker deliveries at Rio Grande after tropical storm Storm damage and power outage leave resumption timeline unclear. |
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September 21, 2026
Petrobras christens first vessel under Mar Aberto fleet renewal programme Platform supply vessel Starnav Elektra, built in Santa Catarina with an all-female crew, marks the first delivery under the fleet initiative. |
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September 16, 2026
Petrobras signs 20-year LNG supply deal with Sempra Infrastructure Brazilian state oil company will purchase 0.8 mtpa of LNG from a Texas liquefaction terminal for two decades. |
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September 10, 2026
HMM signs KRW 4.7 trillion long-term iron ore contract with Vale Latest contract backed by tri-fuel Newcastlemax newbuilds capable of operating on methanol, ethanol and conventional marine fuel. |
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September 3, 2026
Everllence completes R&D testing for world's first ethanol-powered very large ore carrier engine G80 tri-fuel engine is bound for a Vale-chartered ore carrier, with delivery set for early 2027. |
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September 1, 2026
Singapore and Brazil sign MoU to establish green and digital shipping corridor Two countries will collaborate on maritime decarbonisation, digitalisation and alternative marine fuel supply chains. |
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August 31, 2026
Petrobras receives authorisation for export bunker sales by barge at Suape Brazilian energy company can now supply VLSFO and LSMGO to export-bound vessels from northeastern port. |
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August 26, 2026
Petrobras resumes VLSFO sales at Itaqui as MGO supply disruption continues MGO pipeline work at Brazil’s Port of Itaqui remains on track through 9 November. |
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August 18, 2026
Corvus Energy partners with Belga Marine to support Brazil’s battery-powered offshore fleet Norway-based energy storage firm expands aftermarket service network into Brazil’s growing offshore market. |
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August 7, 2026
Petrobras launches barge supply operations at the Port of Suape Supplier has begun VLSFO and LSMGO barge deliveries at the Brazilian port following receipt of final operational licences. |
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July 14, 2026
Bunker One completes Latin America’s first bioethanol bunkering of a deep-sea container vessel 500,000-litre delivery at Santos marks a first for bioethanol as a marine fuel. |
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June 26, 2026
Petrobras warns of extended MGO and VLSFO supply suspension at Port of Itaqui Fuel distributor announces pipeline maintenance shutdowns affecting both MGO and VLSFO supply. |
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June 8, 2026
Green e-fuel export corridor between Brazil and Belgium advances to feasibility stage A consortium has been formed to develop a green e-fuel corridor linking Porto do Açu to Antwerp-Bruges. |
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April 27, 2026
Vast completes first biofuel bunkering of tugboat at Brazil’s Port of Açu Be8’s BeVant biofuel claims up to 99% CO₂ reduction versus conventional marine diesel. |
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March 30, 2026
Retrofit capability expands as regulatory uncertainty slows alternative-fuel conversions Lloyd’s Register warns delayed conversions could compress demand into a narrower, costlier timeframe as the fleet ages. |
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March 18, 2026
Petrobras doubles invoiced price of MGO and LSMGO Export tax by Brazil's federal government forces Petrobras to double distillate invoice values. |
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March 13, 2026
Petrobras suspends MGO export sales following Brazilian government’s 50% export tax State oil company halts distillate fuel exports while assessing impact of new levy. |
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February 26, 2026
Everllence and Vale partner on ethanol-powered marine engine development Brazilian mining company to develop dual-fuel ethanol engines based on ME-LGI platform. |
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February 11, 2026
Petrobras bunker operations to close for Carnival, with higher prices during holiday period Brazilian headquarters shut 16-18 February; Rotterdam office to handle new sales during closure. |
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February 9, 2026
Kongsberg Maritime to design and equip four methanol-ready tankers for Transpetro Norwegian firm wins NOK 300m contract for Brazilian-built vessels through Consórcio MareNova partnership. |
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February 6, 2026
Thoen Bio Energy joins Global Ethanol Association Shipping group with Brazilian ethanol ties becomes member as association plans export-focused project group. |
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February 4, 2026
Petrobras adjusts bunker pricing and minimum order volumes at Santos Brazilian supplier discontinues volume discount tier and lowers minimum order quantity from 1 March. |
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January 30, 2026
Valencia and Santos ports establish green corridor to decarbonise transatlantic trade Ports sign agreement to promote low-emission fuels and shore power on Europe–South America route. |
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January 29, 2026
Island Oil opens Rio trading desk, appoints Wilson Nobre as Brazil business development manager Marine fuel supplier establishes Latin American presence with new trading operation in Rio de Janeiro. |
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January 23, 2026
Petrobras and Transpetro order 41 vessels worth $470m for fleet renewal Brazilian state oil companies contract gas carriers, barges and pushboats from domestic shipyards. |
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January 20, 2026
Petrobras signs renewable bunker fuel deal with Odfjell for Brazil-Norway green corridor Brazilian state oil company to supply up to 12,000 tonnes of B24 blend in 2026. |
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January 19, 2026
Robert Allan completes pushboat design for Hermasa with biodiesel capability RApide 3000-Z2 vessels designed for Amazon grain transport with B100 biodiesel fuel option. |
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December 17, 2025
Wärtsilä to supply biodiesel-capable engines for AMAGGI's two new Amazon pusher tugs Brazilian operator orders fuel-flexible engines for vessels designed to push 20 barges on inland waterways. |
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December 15, 2025
Odfjell launches operational green corridor between Brazil and Europe using biofuel Chemical tanker operator establishes route using B24 sustainable biofuel without subsidies or government support. |
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December 12, 2025
Vale joins Global Ethanol Association as founding member Brazilian mining company becomes founding member of association focused on ethanol use in maritime sector. |
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November 25, 2025
Clean Arctic Alliance urges IMO action on black carbon after 'disappointing' COP30 Environmental coalition calls for Arctic shipping fuel regulations ahead of December 5 deadline. |
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November 21, 2025
Danish Shipping to push for IMO climate deal at COP30 after October setback Industry body seeks alliances with climate-ambitious nations following postponement of Net-Zero Framework vote. |
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October 9, 2025
Study claims biofuels emit 16% more CO₂ than fossil fuels they replace Transport & Environment report challenges biofuels as climate solution ahead of COP30. |
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October 9, 2025
Petrobras extends marine fuel advance sales period to 20 days Brazilian firm extends booking window for bunker purchases from 15 to 20 days. |
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September 25, 2025
Vale charters 10 methanol-powered ore carriers in decarbonisation push Brazilian mining giant takes newbuild vessels equipped with Everllence dual-fuel engines. |
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September 1, 2025
REAM resumes bunkering operations at Vila do Conde Brazilian refiner restarts marine fuel supply service at Pará port. |
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July 10, 2025
Petrobras introduces volume-based price discounts at Santos Brazilian oil company offers progressive discounts for bunker deliveries exceeding 1,500 tonnes. |
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May 13, 2025
Petrobras confirms prompt availability of VLS B24 at Rio Grande Lead time for barge deliveries currently five days. |
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January 29, 2025
Petrobras secures ISCC EU RED certification for B24 biofuel blend at Rio Grande Blend consisting of 24% FAME is said to have been rigorously tested to meet international standards. |
