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May 4, 2026
IBIA appoints three new members to Asia regional board Caroline Yang, Diana Mok and Francois-Xavier Accard join the board following unanimous approval. |
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April 30, 2026
IBIA to host members meeting on mass flow meter survey findings Session on 14 May will examine global MFM implementation and fuel quality transparency. |
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April 24, 2026
IBIA backs IMO as global shipping regulator ahead of MEPC 84 Marine fuel industry body supports joint shipping statement emphasising multi-stakeholder approach to decarbonisation. |
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April 21, 2026
Capetanakis: Bunker Buyers Working Group not a pricing forum Past Chair says aim of working group is to ensure the perspective of buyers is reflected in policy work. |
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April 17, 2026
IBIA warns of structural shift in marine fuel market following Middle East tensions Association chair says geopolitical disruptions signal lasting changes to bunker supply dynamics and pricing. |
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April 16, 2026
IBIA launches Bunker Buyers Working Group for fuel procurement end users New forum aims to represent shipowners, charterers and ship managers in policy and regulatory discussions. |
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April 16, 2026
IBIA to hold 2026 annual convention in New York The event marks the first time in recent years that the association’s gathering has been held in the Americas. |
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April 8, 2026
IBIA appoints Sommer Mitchell as marketing and events coordinator Mitchell brings more than five years of experience to the marine fuels industry association. |
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April 1, 2026
IBIA chair completes two-year term, citing expansion in regulatory engagement and membership Outgoing chair to remain on Global Board and lead Future Fuels and Bunker Buyers’ working groups. |
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March 27, 2026
IBIA to host workshop on ethanol and methanol marine fuels during Singapore Maritime Week Half-day event will examine alcohol-based fuel pathways and integration into shipping’s multi-fuel landscape. |
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March 25, 2026
IBIA updates biofuels training module for 2026 Updated online course covers latest regulatory developments and market trends in liquid and gaseous biofuels. |
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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. |
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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. |
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February 17, 2026
IBIA introduces enhanced KYC framework for membership applications Trade association to use Baltic Exchange platform for sanctions screening and company verification. |
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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. |
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February 9, 2026
IBIA elects four board members for three-year terms Beumer, Campanella, Chung and Draffin join the board from 1 April 2026. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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December 30, 2025
IBIA announces 11 nominees for four board vacancies in 2026 election Voting opens 5 January with results to be announced at AGM on 9 February. |
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December 12, 2025
CSL Group's Frank Dahan appointed chair of IBIA's Americas regional board Dahan brings 29 years of marine transportation and energy experience to the role. |
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December 11, 2025
IBIA calls for board election nominations ahead of Friday deadline Association seeks candidates for 2026 board positions with submissions closing 12 December. |
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December 5, 2025
Maria Skipper Schwenn steps down from IBIA board Danish Chamber of Commerce role prompts departure after eight months on association's global board. |
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December 2, 2025
IBIA and Hong Kong Shipowners Association sign MoU on marine energy collaboration The two organisations have agreed to work together on sustainable shipping initiatives. |
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October 22, 2025
IBIA opens nominations for 2026 board elections Bunker industry association seeks candidates to fill three board vacancies. |
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October 9, 2025
Shipping associations back IMO Net-Zero Framework ahead of key vote Seven international associations urge governments to adopt comprehensive decarbonisation rules at IMO meeting. |
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October 3, 2025
IBIA launches follow-up survey on bunker licensing and mass flow meter impact Survey examines progress since 2022 on fuel quality transparency and regulatory alignment. |
