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Photograph of ship with overlaid encircled text of EU regulations. March 9, 2026
DNV to host webinar on FuelEU Maritime compliance strategies  

Classification society offers insights as first reporting period closes and verification phase begins.
Photograph of ship with overlaid text showing narrowing MGO-biodiesel price spread. March 9, 2026
Biodiesel–MGO price spread narrows to $400–500/mt in Northwest Europe  

Bunker One says tighter spread creates opportunities for shipping companies pursuing decarbonisation targets.
Graphic for webinar 'Exmar: preparing to sail using ammonia as a marine fuel'. March 9, 2026
Exmar to discuss ammonia-fuelled vessel operations in webinar  

Shipowner will explore safety measures and partnerships for new dual-fuel ammonia carriers.
Aerial view of a container vessel. March 9, 2026
Skuld reports engine damage from CNSL biofuel blends amid rising alternative fuel adoption  

Marine insurer details operational challenges with biofuels, including FAME, CNSL and UCOME across member vessels.
Graphic for Exmar webinar titled titled 'Exmar: preparing to sail using ammonia as a marine fuel'. Event date: 15 April 2026. March 9, 2026
GRM and Bunker Holding to host webinar on Middle East war's impact on energy markets  

Webinar on 9 March will examine effects on crude oil, bunker and gas markets.
GENA Clean ammonia project pipeline chart, February 2026. March 6, 2026
Clean ammonia project pipeline reaches 145 MMT by 2034, but delivery concerns mount  

GENA Solutions reports 325 tracked projects, though over 70 have been frozen in 20 months.
Peninsula logo. March 6, 2026
Peninsula highlights supply chain strength amid Strait of Hormuz closure  

Marine fuel seller emphasises reliability as geopolitical disruption reshapes global bunker markets.
European Union member state flags. March 5, 2026
World Shipping Council backs EU maritime strategies but calls for faster trade simplification  

Industry body supports port security and decarbonisation measures while urging action on customs barriers.
Luke McEwen, Technical Director at Anemoi Marine Technologies. March 5, 2026
Anemoi and Lloyd’s Register call for unified approach to wind propulsion performance verification  

Anemoi Marine Technologies and Lloyd’s Register publish paper advocating alignment of verification methodologies.
Smyril Line's methanol-ready ro-ro following launch at its Longkou construction base in China in February 2026. March 5, 2026
Smyril Line's methanol-ready ro-ro launched in China  

First of two 3,300 lane-metre vessels floated out for Faroese operator.
Screenshot from ICS webinar exploring a regulatory framework for nuclear-powered merchant ships. March 4, 2026
ICS webinar explores regulatory framework for nuclear-powered merchant ships  

Industry experts discuss the timeline and challenges for adopting nuclear propulsion in the commercial shipping sector.
Hiring concept with puzzle pieces and a magnifying glass. March 4, 2026
Oilmar DMCC seeks senior bunker trader for Dubai office  

Dubai-based energy trader recruiting for Middle East, Indian subcontinent and Africa trade flows.
Typewriter job application. March 4, 2026
Oilmar DMCC seeks bunker traders for Singapore office  

Dubai-based trader recruiting mid-level and senior professionals to expand Asia-Pacific marine fuels operations.
Section of the front cover of ClassNK's updated guidance on the EU ETS for shipping. March 4, 2026
ClassNK updates EU shipping emissions guidance for LNG-fuelled vessels  

Japanese classification society releases revised FAQs addressing methane slip measurement procedures.
CMA CGM Monte Cristo vessel. March 4, 2026
Bureau Veritas delivers first 15,000-teu methanol dual-fuel container ship for CMA CGM  

Classification society completes delivery of CMA CGM Monte Cristo built by DSIC Tianjin.
IBIA MFM bunkering training course graphic. March 3, 2026
IBIA announces new date for mass flow meter training course in Rotterdam  

Training scheduled for 12 May follows mandatory MFM implementation at Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges ports.
A Maersk vessel, pictured from above. March 2, 2026
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd suspend Strait of Hormuz transits amid Middle East security crisis  

Container carriers reroute services around the Cape of Good Hope as military conflict escalates.
Map of Middle East. March 2, 2026
Operations continue as normal at most Middle East ports  

Most facilities operating normally, with exceptions in Bahrain, Oman and Saudi Arabia.
Photograph of the 93,000-cbm very large ammonia carrier (VLAC) Gaz Ronin. March 2, 2026
Naftomar takes delivery of 93,000-cbm dual-fuel ammonia carrier  

Gaz Ronin features a MAN dual-fuel engine with high-pressure selective catalytic reduction technology.
Aurora Botnia leaving harbor. March 2, 2026
AYK Energy completes world’s largest marine battery retrofit on Wasaline ferry  

Aurora Botnia receives 10.4 MWh battery system, bringing total capacity to 12.6 MWh.
Steel cutting ceremony for an LNG dual-fuel 307,000-tonne crude oil tanker with builder's hull no. 113. March 2, 2026
Dalian Shipbuilding begins construction on LNG dual-fuel crude tanker  

Development is one of a number of milestones reported by parent company over the past few days.
Photograph of Sallaum Lines' Ocean Breeze vessel with 'Introducing The Blue Corridor' overlaid text. March 2, 2026
Sallaum Lines launches Blue Corridor sustainability initiative for Europe–Africa ro-ro trade  

Company deploys LNG-capable vessels with AI routing and eco-speed protocols on new green shipping corridor.
The platform supply vessel Viking Energy. March 2, 2026
Eidesvik Offshore signs yard contract for ammonia retrofit of PSV Viking Energy  

Halsnøy Dokk to convert platform supply vessel as part of EU-backed Apollo project.
Vanquish tanker alongside Jette Theresa oil/chemical tanker docked at terminal. March 2, 2026
North Sea Port completes risk analysis for alternative fuel bunkering operations  

Port authority says LNG, hydrogen, methanol and ammonia can be safely refuelled across its facilities.
Container ship near a port. February 27, 2026
Ammonia emerges as most feasible alternative fuel for deep-sea shipping in 2050 emissions study  

Research combining expert survey and technical analysis ranks ammonia ahead of hydrogen and methanol.
Cargo vessel at sea. February 27, 2026
EMSA study examines biodiesel blend spill response as shipping adopts alternative fuels  

Research addresses knowledge gaps on biodiesel-conventional fuel blends as marine pollutants and response measures.
BIMCO ETS BARECON clause 2026 graphic. February 27, 2026
BIMCO adopts ETS clause for bareboat charters, delays biofuel provision  

BIMCO’s Documentary Committee has approved an emissions trading compliance clause while requesting further work on a biofuel charter provision.
SALEFORM 2025 standard form graphic. February 27, 2026
BIMCO and Norwegian Shipbrokers’ Association launch SALEFORM 2025 ship sale contract  

Updated agreement addresses banking changes, compliance requirements and environmental regulations affecting vessel transactions.
Everllence H2 test engine. February 27, 2026
Everllence develops hydrogen test bench for marine engines  

German engine maker upgrades Augsburg facility under HydroPoLEn project backed by federal maritime research funding.
CMA CGM Osmium vessel. February 27, 2026
CMA CGM names 13,000-teu methanol-fuelled containership in South Korea  

CMA CGM Osmium to operate on Asia–Mexico service as part of the carrier’s decarbonisation strategy.
NorthStandard logo. February 27, 2026
NorthStandard publishes biofuel guide as marine insurance claims emerge  

White paper addresses quality issues and compliance requirements as biofuel testing volumes surge twelvefold.
Clean Maritime Fuels Platform (CMFP) logo. February 27, 2026
Maritime fuel platform calls for EU shipping ETS revenues to fund clean fuel deployment  

Clean Maritime Fuels Platform urges earmarking of national emissions trading revenues for renewable fuel infrastructure.
Seatransport 73m SLV February 26, 2026
Lloyd’s Register grants approval for hybrid nuclear power design for amphibious vessels  

Classification society approves Seatransport’s concept integrating micro modular reactors with diesel-electric systems.
Everllence ME-LGIE engine. 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.
India flag. February 26, 2026
Emvolon highlights biomethanol as a solution to unlock India’s biogas potential  

Company says distributed biogas-to-biomethanol production could bridge rural feedstock with maritime fuel demand.
Grande Svezia vessel. February 26, 2026
Grimaldi's Grande Svezia makes inaugural Le Havre call with ammonia-ready design  

Second of 10 new-generation PCTCs features 5 MWh battery system and cold ironing capability.
Cable lay vessel (CLV) render. February 26, 2026
Kongsberg Maritime to supply integrated systems for LS Marine Solution cable lay vessel  

Norwegian technology provider wins contract for ultra-large vessel being built at Tersan Shipyard in Türkiye.
Maersk Finisterre vessel. February 26, 2026
Synergy Marine takes on management of methanol dual-fuel container vessel  

The 5,915-teu Maersk Finisterre joins Synergy's fleet under technical management from Synergy Pacific.
Pristine ABP Port Office. February 26, 2026
Verde Marine Energy appoints Steve Taylor as UK director  

Taylor will be based on the River Humber, working with Vertom Group businesses.
Ammonia Fuel Supply System (AFSS). February 26, 2026
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding delivers first ammonia fuel supply systems for marine engines  

Systems shipped to Japan Engine Corporation for integration with an ammonia-fuelled marine engine.
Power2X and HyCC logos. February 26, 2026
Power2X acquires HyCC to expand green hydrogen portfolio in the Netherlands and Germany  

Deal consolidates clean molecules sector as projects transition from development to large-scale delivery phase.
Person signing a document. February 26, 2026
RFOcean signs binding e-methanol supply deal with ETFuels from 2030  

European shipping company secures fixed-price green fuel ahead of escalating EU maritime emissions penalties.
Hapag-Lloyd and DSV logo side by side. February 25, 2026
Hapag-Lloyd and DSV sign 18,000-tonne CO2e reduction agreement for sustainable marine fuels  

Two-year framework allows inclusion of alternative fuels beyond biofuels in shipping decarbonisation partnership.
Bangkok city skyline. February 25, 2026
Uni-Fuels opens Thailand office as part of Southeast Asia expansion  

Marine fuel supplier establishes Bangkok entity, appoints managing director with 15 years’ industry experience.
Washington State Hybrid-Electric 160-Auto Ferry vessel render. February 24, 2026
Corvus Energy to supply battery systems for Washington State Ferries hybrid vessels  

ABB selects Corvus for two new 160-vehicle ferries as part of $3.98bn electrification plan.
Vinssen and Mana Engineering sign MoU. February 24, 2026
Vinssen, Mana Engineering partner on hydrogen fuel cell retrofit for 800-teu feeder vessel  

South Korean and Dutch firms to pursue Lloyd’s Register approval for hybrid retrofit concept.
Hercules Elisabeth vessel. February 23, 2026
Hercules Tanker Management takes delivery of second Ultra-Spec vessel in China  

Hercules Elisabeth is the second of 10 hybrid-ready tankers designed for alternative fuels.
Wolf 1 vessel. February 20, 2026
Petrol Ofisi launches fuel supply tanker Wolf 1  

Turkish bunker supplier adds 1,750-dwt vessel with alternative fuel infrastructure to fleet.
BIMCO meeting. February 20, 2026
BIMCO to convene for adoption of biofuel clause and ETS provisions at February meeting  

Documentary Committee to consider new contractual frameworks for alternative fuels and emission trading scheme compliance.
Sea Change II vessel render. February 20, 2026
Incat Crowther and Switch Maritime develop 150-passenger hydrogen ferry for New York  

Design work begins on 28-metre vessel with 720 kg hydrogen capacity and 25-knot speed.
Aerial view of a container vessel. February 20, 2026
HIF Global signs heads of agreement with German eFuel One for 100,000 tonnes of e-methanol annually  

Deal covers supply from HIF’s Uruguay project, with e-methanol meeting EU RED III standards.
Welcoming of Kota Odyssey at Jordan’s Aqaba Container Terminal. February 20, 2026
PIL’s LNG-powered vessel makes maiden call at Jordan’s Aqaba port  

Kota Odyssey is Pacific International Lines’ first LNG-fuelled ship to call at the Red Sea port.
Celsius vessel. February 20, 2026
RMK Marine to equip Celsius LNG bunker vessel with gas combustion unit  

Turkish shipbuilder adds specialised equipment to support cool-down and gassing-up operations for LNG vessels.
CSL and CMA CGM contract signing. February 20, 2026
Cochin Shipyard signs contract with CMA CGM for six LNG-fuelled container vessels  

Indian shipbuilder to construct vessels for French shipping company.
Yellow oil with air bubbles illustration. February 19, 2026
Maximising lubricant value | Joe Star, VPS  

VPS Strategic Account Manager shares insights from the firm's database of lubricant oil results.
IBIA hiring graphic February 19, 2026
IBIA seeks marketing and events coordinator for remote role  

International Bunker Industry Association is recruiting for a dual-reporting position supporting global campaigns and event delivery.
Erdinc Altun and Pınar Kezer Kilinc. February 19, 2026
Arkas Bunker and DB Tarımsal Enerji present Turkish biofuel model at IMO seminar  

Turkish firms showcase integrated waste-to-fuel system with ISCC-EU certification at London technical seminar.
FSRU vessel render. February 19, 2026
Bureau Veritas grants approval in principle for five Hudong-Zhonghua gas carrier designs  

Approvals cover LNG and ethane carriers, an FSRU, carbon capture readiness and 3D classification.
Aerial view of Zhejiang Xinle Shipbuilding shipyard facility. February 19, 2026
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions wins LNG systems order for two 20,000-cbm bunkering vessels  

Technology group’s systems will be installed on vessels being built at a Chinese shipyard for a Hong Kong owner.
CIMC Raffles and Godby Shipping shipbuilding contract signing. February 19, 2026
Godby Shipping orders two Stream RoRo 1700 vessels with green technology focus  

Finnish operator places order at CIMC Raffles, with options for two additional ships.
Bunker Holding logo. February 18, 2026
Bunker Holding seeks student assistant for IT governance and contract team  

Danish marine fuel supplier recruits part-time student for IT governance role in Middelfart.
Maya Cosulich vessel at the Port of Ceuta during welcome ceremony. February 18, 2026
Vilma Oil Med deploys methanol-capable bunker tanker at Ceuta  

Maya Cosulich can carry methanol and biofuels, features dual-fuel capability and mass flow meter technology.
Claudene Sharp-Patel, Lloyd's Register. February 18, 2026
Anemoi Marine Technologies appoints Lloyd’s Register technical director to oversight committee  

Claudene Sharp-Patel brings maritime operational expertise to guide wind-assisted propulsion development.
Yanmar hydrogen engine test facility render. February 18, 2026
Yanmar to build hydrogen engine test facility in Japan by 2029  

Japanese engine manufacturer acquires land for new factory to develop next-generation marine fuel technologies.
M/T Aristotelis II vessel. February 18, 2026
Capital Ship Management takes delivery of LNG-ready VLCC from Chinese yard  

The 307,000-dwt Aristotelis II features energy-saving devices and scrubber technology.
Anthi S Tsigkou, Flex Commodities. February 18, 2026
FLEX Commodities appoints Anthi Tsigkou as general counsel  

Dubai-based trader brings in maritime law specialist with more than 15 years of industry experience.
RINA logo. February 18, 2026
RINA releases white paper on low-carbon fuels for maritime and aviation decarbonisation  

Classification society examines biofuels, hydrogen and e-fuels as regulatory frameworks accelerate compliance timelines.
Rob Mortimer, CEO of FuelRe4m. February 18, 2026
Fuelre4m fuel treatment achieves 8.7% consumption cut in Voyage Marine engine trial  

Re4mx Diesel product also delivered 5% bollard pull increase in 12-hour test on twin-engine vessel.
LPC and Gram Marine launch operations in Argentina graphic. February 17, 2026
Gram Marine delivers first marine lubricants in San Lorenzo  

Operation follows recent strategic partnerships with LPC and Servi Río.
Halten Bulk wind-assisted vessel render. February 17, 2026
Halten Bulk orders wind-assisted bulk carriers with rotor sails from Chinese yard  

Norwegian operator contracts two vessels with options for two more at SOHO Marine.
IBIA and Baltic Exchange logo side by side. February 17, 2026
IBIA introduces enhanced KYC framework for membership applications  

Trade association to use Baltic Exchange platform for sanctions screening and company verification.
Cyclon lubricant drums stacked on pallets. February 17, 2026
Servi Río joins Gram Marine and Cyclon alliance for Argentina lube operations  

Argentine company to provide storage and transportation services for lubricant products in local market.
IMO Technical Seminar on Marine Biofuels. February 17, 2026
IMO seminar examines biofuels’ role in maritime decarbonisation  

Event drew 700 in-person and virtual participants, with 1,300 more following the online broadcast.
Wilhelmshaven Express, Hapag-Lloyd. February 16, 2026
Hapag-Lloyd to acquire ZIM for $4.2bn in cash deal  

German container line signs agreement to buy Israeli rival, subject to regulatory approvals.
VPS Maress 2.0 digital dashboard interface displayed on a monitor. February 16, 2026
VPS outlines key features of Maress 2.0 with enhanced analytics for offshore vessel efficiency  

Updated platform adds data validation, energy flow diagrams and fleet comparison tools for decarbonisation monitoring.
Two vessels at sea. February 16, 2026
IMO committee agrees NOx certification rules for ammonia and hydrogen engines  

DNV reports PPR 13 also advanced a biofouling framework and crude oil tanker emission controls.
Chart showing TTM and T3M bunker sales in Singapore, Jan 2024-Jan 2026. February 16, 2026
Singapore bunker sales set new record as TTM volumes surpass 57.5 tonnes  

Rolling 12-month bunker sales at the Port of Singapore have reached a fresh all-time high, breaking above 57.5 million tonnes for the first time, alongside a record surge in short-term demand.
Kota Odyssey vessel. February 16, 2026
PIL’s LNG-powered Kota Odyssey makes maiden call at Saudi Arabian port  

Container vessel marks first entry into the Red Sea with call at Red Sea Gateway Terminal.
Everllence logo. February 16, 2026
Everllence to host webinars on ammonia-fuelled two-stroke engine development  

Company will present B&W ME-LGIA engine technology and development journey in February sessions.
BBG LNG storage at the Port of Bilbao. February 16, 2026
Bilbao LNG terminal secures sustainability certification for bio-LNG services  

Bahía de Bizkaia Gas facility gains ISCC certification, enabling renewable fuel traceability for marine bunkers.
Maersk 5,900-teu dual-fuel methanol-powered container vessel. February 16, 2026
Tsuneishi Shipbuilding delivers methanol dual-fuel container vessel from China yard  

Japanese shipbuilder says delivery marks expansion of alternative-fuel vessel production beyond Japan.
Zhoushan waterfront at night. February 13, 2026
Zhoushan becomes world's third-largest bunker port  

Chinese refuelling hub overtakes Antwerp-Bruges and Fujairah to take third place in 2025.
Meyer Turku's net-zero vessel concept render. February 13, 2026
Meyer Turku completes net-zero cruise ship concept with 90% emissions cut  

Finnish shipbuilder’s AVATAR project vessel design exceeds IMO targets using technologies expected by 2030.
Uni-Fuels Logo. February 13, 2026
Uni-Fuels renews ISCC certification after first biofuel delivery  

Singapore-based marine fuel supplier completes inaugural ISCC-certified biofuel delivery, supporting EU regulatory compliance.
Close-up of a vessel bow at port. February 13, 2026
Iberian Peninsula poised to overtake the Netherlands as Europe’s top LNG bunkering hub  

Spanish and Portuguese ports quadrupled ship-to-ship LNG supply in two years, data shows.
FOBAS Fuel Insight Fuel Quality report H2 2025 cover. February 13, 2026
Lloyd’s Register reports sharp rise in marine fuel quality failures in late 2025  

December recorded the highest monthly off-specification cases, driven by sulphur, catalytic fines and flash point issues.
Bio-LNG bunkering infrastructure. February 13, 2026
Bahía de Bizkaia Gas launches bio-LNG loading service after ISCC certification  

Spanish regasification terminal begins offering renewable fuel loading for trucks and vessels in January 2026.
Grande Michigan vessel. February 13, 2026
Grimaldi takes delivery of eighth ammonia-ready car carrier Grande Michigan  

The 9,000-ceu vessel features 50% lower fuel consumption and 5 MWh battery capacity.
Graphic of the ABS logo with a blue background and light effects over a globe. February 12, 2026
ABS consortium delivers ammonia fuel safety report for EMSA  

Report expands on IMO interim guidelines and highlights need for comprehensive understanding of ammonia properties.
Green Future vessel. February 12, 2026
NYK operates methanol-fuelled bulk carrier for BHP, claims 65% emissions cut  

Green Future becomes first oceangoing bulk carrier to use low-carbon methanol fuel.
Genesis Sea vessel. February 12, 2026
Ulstein Verft completes sea trials for Genesis Sea CSOV ahead of spring delivery  

The 89.6-metre vessel features hybrid battery propulsion and preparations for green methanol operation.
S-4L waterjet render. February 12, 2026
Kongsberg Maritime launches S-4L waterjet series with Gotland ferry order  

Hydrogen-ready Horizon X ferry to feature new propulsion technology on Swedish route.
Annual Capital Link Forum in Athens. February 12, 2026
ECSA calls for EU to withdraw shipping legislation once IMO reaches global agreement  

European shipowners' association urges Commission to clarify that regional measures are transitional pending an international framework.
QRDI Grant Award event. February 12, 2026
CircleProcess Technologies wins Qatar grant for onboard LNG-to-hydrogen conversion project  

Project ReformLNG aims to convert LNG into hydrogen fuel and solid carbon onboard vessels.
Two people shaking hands with February 12, 2026
Uni-Fuels seeks bunker traders for Dubai operations  

Nasdaq-listed marine fuel provider advertises positions as part of team expansion in the UAE.
Working meeting at the headquarters of Puertos del Estado. February 12, 2026
Spain nears completion of standardised LNG bunkering specifications framework  

Document aims to harmonise LNG and bioLNG supply procedures across Spanish port authorities.
YM Willpower vessel. February 12, 2026
Synergy Marine Group takes technical management of two Yang Ming LNG dual-fuel newbuilds  

Singapore-based ship manager assumes responsibility for 15,500-teu container vessels delivered from Hyundai Heavy Industries.
Plate cutting ceremony for Horizon X vessel. February 12, 2026
Austal begins construction of hydrogen-ready ferry for Swedish operator  

Shipbuilder cuts first steel for 130-metre Horizon X vessel at Philippines facility.
ESVAGT Robert Boyle vessel at the Port of Immingham. February 11, 2026
UK's first commercial biomethanol bunkering service launches at Immingham  

Exolum, Methanex and Ørsted partner to supply biomethanol for shipping at the UK's largest port by tonnage.
Vitol Bunkers vessel alongside terminal facility. February 11, 2026
Vitol Bunkers launches HSFO supply in Pakistan after four-year hiatus  

Company resumes high-sulphur fuel oil bunkering at three Pakistani ports following earlier VLSFO and LSMGO launches.
Aerial view of CIMC SOE shipyard facility. February 11, 2026
CIMC SOE secures orders for three LNG bunkering vessels  

Chinese shipbuilder adds two 20,000 cbm and one 18,900 cbm LNG bunkering vessels to order book.
HADAG Type 2030e ferry render. February 11, 2026
Lehmann Marine to supply battery systems for Hamburg’s first electric ferries  

German firm wins contract for three 3.8 MWh systems for HADAG vessels entering service in 2028.
Viking Glory vessel. February 11, 2026
Viking Line green corridor project marks two years with biogas use and shore power progress  

Turku-Stockholm route partnership reports tenfold increase in renewable biogas use and advancing electrification infrastructure.
MV Blue Alliance vessel. February 11, 2026
Global Fuel Supply unveils Blue Alliance tanker after Dubai upgrade works  

Marine fuel supplier completes intermediate survey and technical upgrades on vessel ahead of operational service.
Everllence common-rail technology illustration. February 11, 2026
Everllence common-rail technology surpasses 20 million operating hours  

Engine maker’s common-rail systems reach milestone across 600 engines and 5,500 cylinders over 18 years.
Representatives from LR Advisory and Geogas. February 11, 2026
LR Advisory appointed by Geogas Trading to develop FuelEU Maritime compliance strategy  

Lloyd’s Register division to support charterer with emissions planning and FuelEU pooling operationalisation.
Photograph of a red container vessel. February 11, 2026
ICS survey shows maritime leaders favour LNG as industry awaits IMO net-zero vote  

Barometer reveals strategic shift towards conservative fuel choices amid regulatory uncertainty over decarbonisation framework.
Petrobras logo. 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.
Astrid Maersk vessel. February 11, 2026
Maersk container ship returns to Suez Canal as Gemini Cooperation reroutes ME-11 service  

Astrid Maersk becomes third Maersk vessel to transit canal since strategic partnership agreement signed.
Carnot Engines founders and Petredec representative with engine prototype. February 11, 2026
Petredec invests in Carnot Engines to accelerate LPG-fuelled engine development  

Partnership aims to deploy high-efficiency engines across transport, maritime and power generation sectors.
Spirit of Toulouse vessel. February 11, 2026
LD Armateurs launches first of three wind-assisted RoRo vessels for Airbus transatlantic route  

Spirit of Toulouse features Norsepower rotor sails and dual-fuel engines capable of running on methanol.
Akshat Agrawal, Flex Commodities. February 11, 2026
Flex Commodities appoints Akshat Agrawal as operations manager  

Dubai-based marine fuel trader adds experienced operations professional to support global expansion.
Jeroen De Vos, Peninsula. February 10, 2026
Peninsula lauds appointment of Jeroen De Vos as IBIA vice chair  

De Vos has served on the bunker industry association’s board of directors since 2023.
Anemoi and CHI framework agreement signing. February 10, 2026
Anemoi and Cosco Shipping Heavy Industry renew rotor sail framework agreement  

Expanded partnership offers turnkey wind propulsion installation services across CHI’s Chinese shipyard network.
Maersk vessel render. February 10, 2026
Maersk orders eight 18,600-teu dual-fuel vessels for 2029-2030 delivery  

A.P. Moller-Maersk signs shipbuilding agreement with New Times Shipbuilding in China.
Yara Eyde vessel render. February 10, 2026
Oslo Port launches weekly container service ahead of ammonia-powered vessel deployment  

North Sea Container Line starts route with conventional ship before introducing Yara Eyde later in 2026.
Officials during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Stena Line. February 10, 2026
Stena Line completes acquisition of Wasaline ferry operator  

Swedish ferry company takes over Umeå–Vaasa route operator, adding biogas-powered vessel to its network.
Attendees during a Maritime CleanTech seminar in Bergen. February 10, 2026
Ammonia bunkering moves from pilots to structured implementation, Norway seminar hears  

H2SITE says Norway is advancing with Enova-backed initiatives, and the first dedicated bunkering vessels are expected from 2027.
Aerial photograph of Zhoushan Island. February 10, 2026
China approves Zhoushan Port FTZ expansion to boost commodity trading  

Expansion adds 0.98 sq km, bringing total zone area to 6.12 sq km.
Graphic with photographs of IBIA's four elected board members for 2026. February 9, 2026
IBIA elects four board members for three-year terms  

Beumer, Campanella, Chung and Draffin join the board from 1 April 2026.
Iceberg floating in Arctic waters. February 9, 2026
IMO members urged to back mandatory Arctic fuel standards to cut black carbon emissions  

Clean Arctic Alliance calls for polar fuel measure requiring cleaner fuels in Arctic waters.
AET’s hybrid electric vessel render. February 9, 2026
AET adds hybrid-electric shuttle tanker to fleet with dual-fuel capability  

Tanker operator brings first hybrid-electric DPST into service on long-term charter with lower-emissions technology.
Methanol ship-to-ship bunkering operation at anchorage in Yokohama. February 9, 2026
Japan completes first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering at anchorage in Yokohama  

Five-way partnership delivers methanol fuel transfer between vessels at Keihin Port using domestically produced biomethanol.
Anna Cosulich vessel. February 9, 2026
Cosulich launches first methanol-ready bunker tanker in China  

Anna Cosulich is first of four sister vessels in fleet expansion programme.
Keel-laying ceremony of Natalia Cosulich. February 9, 2026
Cosulich begins construction of fourth methanol-ready bunker tanker in China  

Steel cutting for Natalia Cosulich marks completion of the group’s new alternative fuel-capable vessel series.
AiP award ceremony for cubic tank concept. February 9, 2026
Lloyd’s Register grants approval in principle to GTT’s CUBIQ LNG fuel tank design  

Classification society approves CUBIQ system designed to expand membrane-type LNG fuel tanks into commercial shipping.
International Chamber of Shipping nuclear webinar. February 9, 2026
ICS to host webinar on regulatory framework for nuclear merchant ships  

International Chamber of Shipping event on 26 February will examine regulatory pathways for nuclear vessels.
Cosco Shipping Libra vessel. February 9, 2026
World’s first full methanol dual-fuel retrofit completes maiden voyage  

Cosco Shipping Libra covered 27,800 nautical miles on a 106-day voyage after main and auxiliary engine conversion.
PetroChina Petroineos Trading logo. February 9, 2026
PetroChina International seeks bunker trader for Rotterdam as it expands ARA marine fuel operations  

Chinese energy trader aims to boost alternative fuels portfolio and market share in Europe.
MyStar vessel truck-to-ship bunkering. February 9, 2026
Tallink Group moves towards 100% renewable fuel on Helsinki–Tallinn route  

Megastar and MyStar ferries to run entirely on liquefied biomethane supplied by Elenger.
Site visit at Petronor's synthetic fuels plant at the Port of Bilbao. February 9, 2026
Petronor’s synthetic fuel plant at the port of Bilbao to begin operations in 2027  

Repsol-owned refiner expects annual production capacity of 2,000 tonnes from €146m facility using captured CO2.
Keel-laying ceremony of Carlotta Cosulich. February 9, 2026
Fratelli Cosulich lays keel for third methanol-ready bunker tanker in China  

Carlotta Cosulich is part of a four-vessel series designed to support the alternative marine fuels transition.
Vessels at sea render. 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.
Renewable ammonia project pipeline by region chart. February 6, 2026
Clean ammonia project pipeline shrinks as offtake agreements remain scarce  

Renewable ammonia pipeline falls 0.9 Mt while only 3% of projects secure binding supply deals.
Global Ethanol Association (GEA) logo. 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.
Geiranger Fjord, Norway. February 6, 2026
Norway enforces zero-emission rules for cruise ships in World Heritage fjords  

Passenger vessels under 10,000 GT must use zero-emission fuels in Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord from January 2026.
D-Flex PSV design render. February 6, 2026
Longitude unveils compact PSV design targeting cost efficiency  

Design consultancy launches D-Flex vessel as a cost-efficient alternative to larger platform supply vessels.
IBIA hiring graphic February 6, 2026
IBIA seeks advisor for technical, regulatory and training role  

Remote position will support the association’s IMO and EU engagement and member training activities.
Truck-to-ship LNG bunkering in Hammerfest. February 6, 2026
Barents NaturGass begins LNG bunkering operations for Havila Kystruten in Hammerfest  

Norwegian supplier completes first truck-to-ship operation using newly approved two-truck simultaneous bunkering design.
Everllence L70ME-GI engine. February 6, 2026
Everllence receives 2,000th dual-fuel engine order from Cosco  

Chinese shipping line orders 12 methane-fuelled engines for new 18,000-teu container vessels.
Sakura Leader vessel. February 6, 2026
NYK signs long-term charter deals with Cheniere for new LNG carriers  

Japanese shipping company partners with Ocean Yield for vessels to be delivered from 2028.
Ocean Legacy vessel. February 6, 2026
Sallaum Lines takes delivery of LNG-powered container vessel MV Ocean Legacy  

Shipping company receives new dual-fuel vessel from Chinese shipyard as part of fleet modernisation programme.
Gas Utopia vessel alongside Oceanic Moon vessel. February 6, 2026
Rotterdam bio-LNG bunkering surges sixfold as alternative marine fuels gain traction  

Port handled 17,644 cbm of bio-LNG in 2025, while biomethanol volumes tripled year-on-year.
Bennett J. Pekkattil and Capt. Alok RC Sharma. February 5, 2026
TFG Marine calls for digital transformation to manage alternative fuel risks  

CFO says transparency and digital solutions are essential as the marine fuels sector faces volatility from diversification.
Mugardos Energy Terminal. February 5, 2026
Reganosa’s Mugardos terminal adds bio-LNG bunkering for ships and trucks  

Spanish facility obtains EU sustainability certification to supply renewable fuel with 92% lower emissions.
Global Ethanol Association (GEA) and Growth Energy logo side by side. February 5, 2026
Growth Energy joins Global Ethanol Association as new member  

US biofuel trade association represents nearly 100 biorefineries and over half of US ethanol production.
Bertha B vessel. February 5, 2026
H2SITE explains decision to establish Bergen subsidiary  

Ammonia-to-hydrogen technology firm says Norwegian city was obvious choice for its ambitions.
Vessel at sea under dark clouds. February 5, 2026
Gibraltar Port Authority issues severe weather warning for gale-force winds and heavy rain  

Port authority warns of storm-force gusts of up to 50 knots and rainfall totals reaching 120 mm.
Christiania Energy headquarters. February 4, 2026
Christiania Energy relocates headquarters within Odense Harbour  

Bunker firm moves to larger waterfront office to accommodate growing team and collaboration needs.
AiP award ceremony for 20K LNGBV design. February 4, 2026
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries receives design approval for 20,000-cbm LNG bunkering vessel  

Bureau Veritas grants approval in principle following joint development project with South Korean shipbuilder.
Lloyd’s Register technical committee meeting in Spain. February 4, 2026
Peninsula outlines dual role in FuelEU Maritime compliance at Lloyd’s Register panel  

Marine fuel supplier discusses challenges for shipowners and opportunities for suppliers under new regulation.
Current status of fleet fuel types chart. February 4, 2026
LNG-fuelled container ships dominate January alternative-fuel vessel orders  

Container ships accounted for 16 of 20 alternative-fuelled vessels ordered in January, DNV reports.
Rick Boom, CIMAC and Professor Lynn Loo, GCMD. February 4, 2026
GCMD and CIMAC sign partnership to advance alternative marine fuel readiness  

Two-year agreement aims to bridge operational experience with technical standards for decarbonisation solutions.
Renewable and low-carbon methanol project pipeline chart as of January 2026. February 4, 2026
Renewable methanol project pipeline reaches 58.2m tonnes by 2031, GENA reports  

Project Navigator Methanol tracks 275 projects, including e-methanol, biomethanol and low-carbon methanol facilities globally.
Petrobras logo. 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.
Viking Grace vessel. February 4, 2026
Viking Line secures biogas supply for 2026 after tenfold increase in biofuel use  

Åland-based ferry operator aims to maintain 50% biogas blend throughout the year on two vessels.
GNV Aurora vessel. February 4, 2026
GNV takes delivery of second LNG-powered vessel Aurora from Chinese shipyard  

Vessel to enter service on Genoa–Palermo route in April, completing first fleet renewal phase.
Tangier Maersk vessel. February 3, 2026
Maersk takes delivery of first methanol-capable vessel in 9,000-teu series  

Tangier Maersk is the first of six mid-size container ships with methanol-capable dual-fuel engines.
IBIA MFM bunkering training course graphic. February 3, 2026
IBIA to run surveyor training course for mass flow meter-equipped bunkering in Rotterdam  

One-day course scheduled for 19 February aims to prepare professionals for MFM-equipped bunkering operations.
CO2 carrier vessel aerial view. February 3, 2026
MOL secures two 12,000-cbm CO2 carriers for Northern Lights expansion  

Japanese shipowner to deliver vessels in 2028 for cross-border carbon transport and storage project.
MOL and ONGC VLEC long-term charter signing. February 3, 2026
MOL and ONGC sign 15-year charter deal for two ethane carriers  

Japanese shipowner expands fleet to 16 vessels with newbuildings scheduled for delivery in 2028.
Vessels at sea. February 2, 2026
Dual-fuel container ship and vehicle carrier fleet reaches 400 vessels  

World Shipping Council reports 83% increase in operational dual-fuel vessels during 2025.
Photograph of a blue cargo vessel. February 2, 2026
Lloyd’s Register publishes first guidance notes for onboard hydrogen generation systems  

Classification society addresses regulatory gap as shipowners explore producing hydrogen from alternative fuels onboard.
Erasmusbrug bridge in Rotterdam. February 2, 2026
Rotterdam bunker industry faces upheaval as new regulations drive up costs and shift volumes  

Red III compliance costs and a mass flow meter mandate are creating operational challenges across the ARA region.
Neil Chapman, VPS. February 2, 2026
VPS appoints Neil Chapman as managing director for the Americas  

Maritime services company names industry veteran to lead regional operations and client partnerships.
Oil refinery infrastructure. February 2, 2026
Maritime industry shifts towards LNG as alternative fuel enthusiasm stalls  

Geopolitical concerns drive shipping leaders to prioritise established fuels over newer alternatives, survey finds.
OceanScore logo. February 2, 2026
OceanScore reaches $5m annual recurring revenue as emissions compliance demand grows  

Hamburg-based firm supports compliance workflows for more than 2,500 vessels as regulations enter operational phases.
Jiangnan Shipyard LNG carrier construction contract signing. February 2, 2026
Jiangnan Shipyard secures order for four LNG carriers from Shell  

Chinese yard to build 175,000-cbm vessels for delivery between 2028 and 2029.
Varsha Sudheer, Island Oil. January 30, 2026
Island Oil appoints Varsha Sudheer as senior trader in Dubai  

Marine fuel supplier strengthens trading platform with new hire at recently established UAE hub.
Bitoil Group logo. January 30, 2026
Bitoil Group seeks bunker trader for Dubai operations  

Dubai-based company is recruiting for a senior bunker trader role to manage global fuel sales and procurement.
Hiring concept with puzzle pieces and a magnifying glass. January 30, 2026
Uni-Fuels seeks bunker traders for new London operation  

Singapore-headquartered firm advertises position as part of UK expansion.
Hiring concept with puzzle pieces. January 30, 2026
Uni-Fuels seeks bunker traders for new Piraeus office  

Nasdaq-listed marine fuel provider advertises positions as part of expansion into Greek market.
Sleipner RoRo vessel render. January 30, 2026
Wing sails could cut fuel use by 9% on expedition cruise vessels, study finds  

Wallenius Marine and Salén Ship Management examine wind propulsion potential beyond cargo shipping.
C-Flexer RoRo vessel render. January 30, 2026
Stena RoRo orders C-Flexer RoRo vessels with battery-hybrid propulsion for 2029 delivery  

Swedish shipowner places order with China Merchants Industry for next-generation vessels designed by NAOS.
IMO Technical Seminar on Marine Biofuels graphic. January 30, 2026
IMO to host technical seminar on marine biofuels in February  

Event at London headquarters will examine recent experiences and future prospects for biofuels in shipping.
Maritime Cleantech Enabling Ammonia Bunkering seminar graphic. January 30, 2026
H2SITE to present ammonia cracking technology at Bergen maritime seminar  

Spanish firm to showcase dual-environment hydrogen production system for vessels and ports at Maritime CleanTech event.
The Arctic and black carbon graphic. January 30, 2026
Clean Arctic Alliance urges Canada, Iceland and Norway to back polar fuels proposal at IMO  

Environmental coalition calls on three Arctic nations to support Denmark-led measure on black carbon emissions.
Valenciaport and Port of Santos MoU signing. 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.
Green Pearl vessel. January 30, 2026
Green Pearl LNG bunkering vessel enters service in Genoa  

The 7,500-cbm dual-fuel vessel will provide ship-to-ship and ship-to-truck LNG supply services.
National stakeholder workshop in Jamaica. January 30, 2026
Jamaica explores alternative marine fuel pathways through national stakeholder workshop  

IMO-backed study examines fuel demand scenarios and infrastructure requirements for Caribbean transshipment hub.
Haugesund Knutsen vessel. January 30, 2026
Barcelona reports 3% rise in LNG bunkering volumes for 2025  

Port says it needs additional suppliers and barges so that bunkering volumes continue to increase.
Ecomar Gironde naming ceremony. January 30, 2026
Hafnia and Socatra complete four-vessel methanol-ready tanker series with final delivery  

Ecomar Gironde marks completion of dual-fuel chemical tanker quartet built at Guangzhou Shipyard International.
Isla Bella vessel. January 30, 2026
Galveston LNG Bunker Port signs vessel partnership with TOTE Services  

Agreement establishes framework for Jones Act LNG bunker vessel development on the US Gulf Coast.
CMA CGM Thorium vessel. January 30, 2026
CMA CGM adds methanol-powered containership to fleet  

CMA CGM Thorium named in South Korea and deployed on Mexico Express service.
Vard’s nuclear-powered offshore vessel concept render. January 30, 2026
Vard completes concept design for nuclear-powered offshore construction vessel  

Shipbuilder says study confirms technical feasibility of integrating small fourth-generation reactor in DP vessel.
Lake Villarica vessel. January 30, 2026
Eastern Pacific Shipping completes 550th ship-to-ship LNG bunkering operation  

Singapore operation supplied LNG to dual-fuel PCTC Lake Villarica via FueLNG Bellina bunker vessel.
Global Maritime Forum logo. January 30, 2026
Global Maritime Forum joins India green shipping network  

Non-profit organisation becomes member of platform focused on alternative-fuel infrastructure and deployment.
Aerial view of a container vessel. January 30, 2026
IACS publishes unified requirement for ammonia release mitigation systems  

New framework establishes harmonised standards for the design, testing and certification of safety systems on ammonia-fuelled vessels.
IMO’s Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) meeting. January 29, 2026
IMO agrees workplan for safety rules on battery-, wind- and nuclear-powered ships  

Draft framework to be submitted to Maritime Safety Committee in May for approval.
Vaishali Pant, Flex Commodities. January 29, 2026
Flex Commodities appoints Vaishali Pant as senior marine fuels trader  

Pant joins Dubai firm as trader for the Indian Ocean region.
Wilson Nobre, Island Oil. 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.
Ultramax bulk carrier concept render. January 29, 2026
Oshima Shipbuilding receives approval for multi-fuel-ready Ultramax bulk carrier design  

Lloyd’s Register grants approval in principle for 64,000-dwt vessel concept accommodating ammonia, methanol and LNG.
GEFO Bunker Trading ISCC certification announcement graphic. January 29, 2026
GEFO Bunker Trading receives ISCC certification for sustainable marine fuels  

German bunker firm gains ISCC EU and ISCC PLUS certificates.
Ralf Garrn and Albrecht Grell, OceanScore. January 29, 2026
OceanScore to take over administration of Environmental Ship Index from January 2026  

Hamburg-based firm to manage voluntary scheme incentivising vessel environmental performance for 70 global ports.
Propeller Fuels logo. January 28, 2026
Propeller Fuels reviewing applicants for Singapore bunker trader position  

Bunker firm looking to hire trader to foster new business growth and sustain customer relationships.
Daisy Leader vessel. January 28, 2026
XFuel raises $20m Series A to scale low-carbon drop-in fuel production  

Maritime investors NYK Line and Stolt Ventures back waste-to-fuel technology targeting shipping decarbonisation.
Aerial view of tanker vessel at sea. January 28, 2026
Fuel treatment technology shows 21% efficiency gain in university tests  

Fuelre4m's technology reduced fuel consumption in marine engines without modifications, according to an Athens university study.
Peninsula logo. January 28, 2026
Peninsula seeks bunker trader for Houston office  

Marine fuel supplier Peninsula is recruiting a bunker trader to be based in Texas.
Berge Meru vessel. January 28, 2026
Berge Bulk completes second rotor sail installation with Anemoi on Newcastlemax vessel  

Four folding rotor sails installed on Berge Meru following earlier deployment on Valemax vessel.
Skarv Shipping cargo vessel render. January 28, 2026
Wärtsilä to supply ammonia engine for Skarv Shipping newbuild in China  

Norwegian operator’s vessel will be the first newbuild to use Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia solution.
Maersk Trieste vessel. January 27, 2026
Bound4blue installs first wind propulsion sails on Maersk Tankers vessel  

Spanish firm fits four 24-metre eSAIL units on Maersk Trieste under 20-sail contract.
Chemship and Econowind signing ceremony. January 27, 2026
Chemship orders VentoFoils for two more chemical tankers after fuel savings of up to 15%  

Dutch operator returns to Econowind for wind propulsion systems on Chemical Contender and Chemical Fighter.
NOCC Adriatic vessel. January 27, 2026
CIMC Raffles delivers 7,000-car LNG-fuelled carrier 70 days ahead of schedule  

Norwegian Car Carriers takes delivery of dual-fuel PCTC NOCC Adriatic from Chinese shipyard.
Keel-laying ceremony of a 155,500-dwt LNG dual-fuel crude oil tanker with builder's hull no. 0330005. January 27, 2026
Keel laid for 298,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel VLCC  

Construction begins on crude oil tanker for Andes Tankers I Inc.
VPS: 2025 Marine Fuel Review. January 26, 2026
2025 Marine Fuel Review | Steve Bee, VPS  

VPS Group Marketing & Strategic Projects Director analyses fuel quality data from the past year.
New Sea Generation (NSG) logo. January 26, 2026
New Sea Generation processing applicants for Greece bunker trader role  

Bunker firm offering a performance-based equity stake to experienced traders with active client portfolios.
Port of Barcelona. January 26, 2026
Spanish ports see fourfold increase in LNG bunkering volumes over two years  

Renewable bioLNG accounted for 12% of marine fuel supplied in 2025, Gasnam data shows.
ICS Deck Procedures Guide cover. January 26, 2026
ICS releases deck procedures guide covering alternative fuel bunkering  

Publication completes trilogy of operational guides alongside bridge and engine room resources.
Torbjörn Bäck, Echandia. January 26, 2026
Echandia to supply 3 MWh battery system for Singapore harbour tugboat  

Swedish firm wins contract as part of Singapore's plan to electrify harbour craft by 2030.
Golden Antares and Brave Pioneer methanol bunkering. January 26, 2026
Singapore completes first methanol bunkering operation following licence awards  

Golden Island delivers 300 tonnes of methanol to dual-fuel vessel in port’s inaugural operation.
MT SPA vessel. January 26, 2026
Union Maritime takes delivery of world’s first LNG- and wind-powered LR2 tanker  

MT SPA features dual-fuel capability and WindWings technology, with second sister vessel on order.
Petrobras and Transpetro signing ceremony. 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.
European Commission headquarters. January 23, 2026
EU proposes phase-out of high-risk biofuels from renewable energy targets by 2030  

Draft regulation sets linear reduction trajectory starting in 2024, with contribution reaching zero by end of decade.
Vessel with H2SITE ammonia cracking system. January 23, 2026
H2SITE launches Norwegian subsidiary to advance ammonia-to-power technology for maritime sector  

Spanish technology firm establishes Bergen hub to accelerate deployment of ammonia cracking systems for shipping.
CMA CGM Monte Cristo vessel. January 23, 2026
CMA CGM names 400th owned vessel as methanol-fuelled containership  

French shipping line reaches fleet ownership milestone with 15,000-teu dual-fuel methanol vessel.
Methanol bunkering operation at Yantian Port. January 23, 2026
Wah Kwong adds China’s first dual-fuel methanol bunkering vessel to managed fleet  

Da Qing 268 completed maiden operation at Shenzhen’s Yantian Port on 21 January.
Tomas Harju-Jeanty and Kalle Härkki. January 23, 2026
Sumitomo SHI FW licenses VTT syngas technology for sustainable fuels plants  

Agreement enables production of green methanol and SAF from biowaste for global gasification projects.
Hydromover 1.0 vessel. January 22, 2026
Yinson GreenTech launches upgraded electric cargo vessel in Singapore, expands to UAE  

Hydromover 2.0 offers increased energy storage capacity and can be fully recharged in under two hours, says designer.
Nildeep Dholakia, Island Oil. January 22, 2026
Island Oil appoints Nildeep Dholakia as senior trader in Dubai  

Marine fuel supplier expands Dubai team as part of regional growth strategy.
Wind-assisted LNG carrier AIP certification ceremony. January 22, 2026
Dalian Shipbuilding's wind-assisted LNG carrier design receives Bureau Veritas approval  

Design combines dual-fuel propulsion with foldable wing sails to cut emissions by 2,900 tonnes annually.
Dual naming ceremony of the GH Angelou and GH Christie vessels. January 22, 2026
Anglo-Eastern adds two methanol-ready Suezmax tankers to managed fleet  

GH Angelou and GH Christie were christened at HD Hyundai Samho Shipyard on 5 January.
PetroChina Petroineos Trading logo. January 21, 2026
PetroChina International seeks bunker trader for London or Rotterdam role  

Company aims to expand sustainable marine fuel portfolio and strengthen ARA region presence.
Stena Connecta vessel. January 21, 2026
Stena Line deploys methanol-ready freight vessel with rotor sails on Belfast-Heysham route  

Stena Connecta joins sister ship in £100m investment to boost Irish Sea freight capacity.
Jacqui Taylor, Global Fuel Supply. January 21, 2026
Global Fuel Supply opens Cape Town office, hires senior fuel supplier  

Bunker firm establishes South African hub, appointing experienced regional specialist.
Business handshake. January 21, 2026
Riviera Marine incorporates The Bunker Firm Group in consolidation move  

Monaco-based bunker trader absorbs Danish group, creating combined entity with offices across five cities.
Aerial photograph of ships at sea. January 21, 2026
Uni-Fuels adds EU carbon allowances to marine fuel offering  

Singapore-based company expands services to help shipowners meet EU emissions trading compliance requirements.
Compagnie Maritime Nantaise and Bpifrance logo side by side. January 21, 2026
Compagnie Maritime Nantaise wins Bpifrance backing for space logistics vessel decarbonisation project  

French shipowner to develop hybrid propulsion system combining rigid wings, thermal engines, and digital twin.
Photograph of a blue cargo vessel. January 20, 2026
LNG-fuelled ships account for 79% of alternative fuel orders in 2025, SEA-LNG reports  

Industry coalition highlights decade of progress and over $150bn investment in methane-based marine fuels.
Vessels at sea. January 20, 2026
Maritime piracy incidents rise 18% in 2025, Singapore Straits accounts for majority  

ICC International Maritime Bureau reports 137 incidents globally, with violence against crew continuing.
Falstria Swan vessel. January 20, 2026
Biodiesel cuts black carbon emissions by up to 81% in shipping trial  

Project CLEANSHIP submits real-world sailing data to IMO showing biodiesel's climate benefits for shipping.
Bow Leopard vessel. 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.
Singapore waterfront skyline. January 20, 2026
Singapore ammonia ship-to-ship bunkering deemed feasible with safety measures, says GCMD  

New report identifies operational risks and safety zones for ammonia transfers in Singapore's port waters.
LNG carrier render. January 20, 2026
Jiangnan Shipyard secures orders for 16 vessels across three deals in January  

Chinese yard signs contracts for ammonia carriers, LNG carriers, and container ships with EPS and Cosco.
Paras Rastogi, Flex Commodities. January 20, 2026
Flex Commodities hires Paras Rastogi as marine fuels trader  

Dubai-based trader adds bunker specialist with experience in trading, operations, and international markets.
Methanol dual-fuel webinar graphic. January 19, 2026
Maritime Technologies Forum to host webinar on methanol dual-fuel ship inspection guidelines  

MTF webinar on 5 February will present recommendations from recently published safety inspection report.
Steel cutting ceremony of a 298,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel crude oil tanker with builder's hull no. 0330006. January 19, 2026
Steel cutting begins on 298,000-dwt LNG dual-fuel VLCC  

Chinese yard commences construction on sixth vessel in series for Andes Tankers II with DNV class oversight.
Rapide 3000-Z2 pushboat design render. 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.
CF Industries, Trafigura, and TFG Marine logos side by side. January 19, 2026
CF Industries, Trafigura, and TFG Marine partner on low-carbon ammonia marine fuel supply  

Three companies sign MOU to develop supply chain for ammonia bunkering in shipping decarbonisation.
VaroPreem logo. January 19, 2026
Varo completes Preem acquisition to form VaroPreem with 530 kbd refining capacity  

Deal combines the inland and marine bunkering capabilities of Reinplus Fiwado and Preem.
Ship at sea. January 19, 2026
Alternative fuel vessel orders maintain momentum despite softer 2025 market  

Lloyd's Register data shows 590 alternative-fuel vessels ordered in 2025, with LNG dominating.
Anglo-Eastern logo. January 16, 2026
Anglo-Eastern completes 200,000 cbm of LNG bunkering operations  

Ship manager has conducted over 70 LNG bunkering operations across Asia, Europe, and North America.
ABS and Fleetzero partnership signing. January 16, 2026
ABS and Fleetzero collaborate on innovative battery containers for maritime applications  

The American Bureau of Shipping partners with Fleetzero to advance sustainable maritime technology through cutting-edge battery container solutions.
CIMC Raffles and Van Oord contract signing. January 16, 2026
CIMC Raffles secures second subsea rock installation vessel order from Van Oord  

Chinese shipbuilder to construct methanol and biofuel-capable vessel with 35,000-tonne rock capacity.
Marvel Swallow vessel. January 16, 2026
Wärtsilä signs 10-year lifecycle agreement with MOL for 12 LNG carriers  

Deal covers operational support and maintenance for vessels delivered in 2024 and 2025.
Jyouichi Syou and Leo Grayson. January 16, 2026
Oceanscore opens Tokyo office to support Japanese shipping with EU emissions compliance  

Digital compliance provider expands Asia-Pacific presence with new Japan operation led by Jyouichi Syou.
Panagiotis Bastas, Flex Commodities. January 16, 2026
Flex Commodities appoints Panagiotis Bastas as sales manager for Greece  

Bastas brings over 15 years of maritime and commercial experience to the Dubai-based commodities firm.
Dorthe Karin Bendtsen, KPI OceanConnect. January 16, 2026
KPI OceanConnect completes Baseblue integration with Cyprus entity rebrand  

Marine fuel supplier consolidates operations under single brand, targeting East Mediterranean market share growth.
Malik Supply logo. January 16, 2026
Malik Supply seeks bunker trader for Athens office  

Danish bunker and energy trading company recruiting for Greek operations with international travel requirements.
Sogestran Group and Agora Transport Fluvial logo side by side. January 16, 2026
French river transport firms STF and AGORA merge to form AGORA Transport Fluvial  

Sogestran subsidiaries combine operations across North-Benelux, Seine, and Rhône-Saône regions from January.
Brave Pioneer vessel. January 16, 2026
Tsuneishi-Cebu delivers world's first methanol dual-fuelled Kamsarmax bulk carrier  

Philippine President attends naming ceremony for vessel claiming 10% CO₂ reduction versus conventional ships.
Undine Highway vessel. January 16, 2026
Imabari Shipbuilding delivers 7,000-unit LNG-fuelled car carrier  

Japanese shipbuilder hands over vessel claiming 25-30% CO₂ reduction versus conventional heavy oil-fuelled ships.
Navergy Infrastructure Partners logo. January 15, 2026
Pilot LNG rebrands to Navergy Infrastructure Partners as it expands beyond marine fuels  

Houston-based company changes name to reflect broader energy infrastructure ambitions and global expansion plans.
EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating logo. January 15, 2026
Bergen Bunkers achieves EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating  

Norwegian bunker trader adds top-tier sustainability certification to existing ISO and ISCC PLUS credentials.
Lucent Pathfinder vessel. January 15, 2026
NYK takes delivery of dual-fuel LPG carrier with ammonia capability  

Lucent Pathfinder is the seventh LPG-fuelled VLGC ordered by the Japanese shipping company.
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore logo. January 14, 2026
Singapore opens applications for additional LNG bunkering licences  

Maritime and Port Authority sets 27 March deadline for operators seeking new supply permits.
A cargo port in Singapore. January 14, 2026
Singapore reports record marine fuel sales and container throughput in 2025  

Port of Singapore handled 56.77 million tonnes of marine fuel, up 3.4% year-on-year.
Grande Manila naming ceremony. January 14, 2026
Grimaldi takes delivery of seventh ammonia-ready car carrier Grande Manila  

The 9,241-ceu vessel was delivered in Shanghai and begins Asia–Europe service this week.
Barcelona Maersk naming ceremony. January 14, 2026
Maersk takes delivery of final 17,480-teu dual-fuel containership  

Barcelona Maersk completes six-vessel class built with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea.
Container terminal with stacked containers. January 14, 2026
Ports face 2030 deadline for shore power as only 20% of EU connections installed  

TT Club warns European ports lag behind on onshore power supply infrastructure ahead of mandatory 2030 regulations.
Viking Cinderella vessel. January 14, 2026
Viking Line reports cargo record and tenfold biogas increase in 2025  

Baltic Sea ferry operator transported 139,484 cargo units while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 60,000 tonnes.
Hartman Seatrade vessel render. January 14, 2026
Hartman Seatrade orders Wärtsilä 31 engine for new heavy lift vessel  

Dutch operator selects fuel-efficient engine and propulsion package for 3,800-dwt newbuild at Rock Shipbuilding.
Sustainable sign. January 14, 2026
Superalfuel workshop to examine safety and sustainability of alternative marine fuels  

Event in Montenegro will focus on hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol deployment in port areas.
Uniper and AM Green agreement signing. January 14, 2026
Uniper signs deal for up to 500 kt/yr of renewable ammonia from AM Green  

Agreement marks first long-term RFNBO-certified renewable ammonia offtake deal for an Indian company.
Panama Canal Authority and Monjasa partnership signing. January 14, 2026
Panama Canal Authority and Monjasa sign five-year cooperation agreement  

Partnership to fund community projects in Panama Canal Watershed focused on environment and education.
Oriental Aquamarine vessel. January 13, 2026
HMM deploys Korea's first MR tanker with wing sail technology  

Oriental Aquamarine equipped with wind-assisted propulsion system expected to cut fuel consumption by up to 20%.
BC Ferries vessel render. January 13, 2026
ABB to supply hybrid-electric propulsion for BC Ferries' four new vessels  

Technology will enable ferries to run on biofuel or renewable diesel with battery storage.
Alternative marine fuels port graphic. January 13, 2026
LNG-fuelled boxships sustain alternative fuel orderbook share despite market slowdown  

Alternative fuels maintained 38% of gross tonnage orders in 2025, driven by container segment.
Conceptual diagram of the MOL–ITOCHU strategic alliance. January 13, 2026
MOL and ITOCHU sign MoU for cross-industry environmental attribute certificate partnership  

Japanese shipping and trading firms to promote EACs for reducing Scope 3 emissions in transport.
CPN as China's No. 1 marine biofuel supplier in 2025 graphic. January 12, 2026
Chimbusco Pan Nation delivers 170,000 tonnes of marine biofuel in China in 2025  

Supplier says volumes quadrupled year on year, with a 6,300-tonne B24 operation completed during the period.
V.Group and Njord logo side by side. January 12, 2026
V.Group acquires Njord to expand decarbonisation services for shipowners  

Maritime services provider buys Maersk Tankers-founded green technology business to offer integrated fuel-efficiency solutions.
Container vessel manoeuvring in port. January 12, 2026
Has Zhoushan just become the world's third-largest bunker port?  

With 2025 sales of 8.03m tonnes for the Chinese port, Q4 data for Antwerp-Bruges will decide which location takes third place.
Monjasa Oil & Shipping Trainee (MOST) trainees. January 9, 2026
Monjasa opens applications for global trainee programme  

Marine fuel supplier seeks candidates for MOST scheme spanning offices from Singapore to New York.
Singapore's first fully electric harbour tug. January 9, 2026
Singapore's first fully electric tug completes commissioning ahead of April deployment  

PaxOcean and ABB’s 50-tonne bollard-pull vessel represents an early step in harbour craft electrification.
Fuel for thought: Hydrogen report cover. January 8, 2026
Lloyd's Register report examines hydrogen's potential and challenges for decarbonisation  

Classification society highlights fuel's promise alongside safety, infrastructure, and cost barriers limiting maritime adoption.
Bureau Veritas and Straits Bio-LNG sign MoU. January 8, 2026
BV Malaysia partners with Straits Bio-LNG on sustainable biomethane certification  

MoU aims to establish ISCC EU-certified biomethane production and liquefaction facility in strategic alliance.
Molgas Energy logo. January 8, 2026
Molgas becomes non-clearing member at European Energy Exchange  

Spanish energy company joins EEX as it expands European operations and strengthens shipper role.
Yiannis Diamandopoulos, Elinoil. January 8, 2026
Diamandopoulos appointed CEO of Elinoil as Aligizakis becomes chairman  

Greek marine lube supplier announces leadership changes following board meeting on 5 January.
Sustainable Marine Fuel Services webinar hosted by BV graphic. January 8, 2026
Bureau Veritas to host webinar on sustainable marine fuel transition challenges  

Classification society to address regulatory compliance, market trends, and investment strategies in February online event.
Inchcape Shipping Services logo. January 7, 2026
Inchcape to provide bunkering services from new Indonesian offices  

Port agency establishes presence in key bulk and tanker operation hubs handling 150 calls annually.
CPN launch of B100 marine biodiesel supply in Hong Kong graphic. January 7, 2026
Chimbusco Pan Nation launches B100 biodiesel supply in Hong Kong  

Bunker tanker Guo Si becomes Hong Kong's first Type II certified vessel for pure biodiesel operations.
Vox Apolonia vessel. January 7, 2026
Van Oord completes Dutch beach replenishment using 100% bio-LNG  

Dredger Vox Apolonia deposited 1 million cbm of sand at Noord-Beveland beach under Coastline Care programme.
Delivery ceremony of the Ocean Explorer vessel. January 7, 2026
Sallaum Lines takes delivery of LNG-fuelled car carrier MV Ocean Explorer  

The 200-metre vessel was built by Fujian Mawei Shipbuilding with dual-fuel propulsion systems.
Graphic of TFG Marine bunkering operations expansion in the Strait of Gibraltar. January 7, 2026
Vilma Oil Med expands Ceuta bunkering operations with biofuel capability  

TFG Marine subsidiary increases storage to 120,000 cbm and adds IMO II chemical tanker.
Acta Pegasus vessel. January 7, 2026
Acta Marine takes delivery of methanol-ready offshore wind vessel Acta Pegasus  

Vessel features dual-fuel engines and battery storage for French offshore wind operations.
IBIA board elections 2026 January 6, 2026
IBIA opens voting for board elections with 11 candidates competing for four positions  

Members have until 5 February to vote, with results to be announced at AGM.
ABB and RSP contract signing. January 6, 2026
Rotterdam Shore Power selects ABB for world's largest shore power project  

ABB to engineer shore power systems with over 100MVA capacity at Europe's largest port.