Hoyer Marine announces construction of new bunker station in Hamburg

Bunker trading firm and brokerage Hoyer Marine on Wednesday (7 February) announced a new bunker station at the Johannisbollwerk in Hamburg for the firm is being built by Hitzler Werft.

From February 2024, the 30 metre long and 8 metre wide platform will be built, which will be prominently located on the jetties opposite Cap San Diego this year.

In the future, the bunker station will hold four tanks of 90 cubic metre (m³) each, which will offer the possibility of offering fuels flexibly. Furthermore, the platform will be equipped with a hall wing in which lubricating greases, oils, etc. can be stored and dispensed. 

“Port and government vessels in particular will continue to benefit from the best service from Hoyer Marine GmbH thanks to the new construction of the bunker station,” the firm said.

“Preliminary planning for the new building began in spring 2023 in collaboration with the company GUSPAF GmbH, which also supported Hoyer Marine GmbH in previous projects before the order was awarded to Hitzler Werft at the beginning of 2024.”

The new bunker station is intended to integrate into the appearance of the modern port and is prepared for solar energy and green roofs in the interests of sustainability.

“Hoyer Marine GmbH is your partner when it comes to supplying ships. Hoyer is a reliable provider of high-quality marine fuels and distillates for its customers,” it added.

“The focus is on the needs of the customers – regardless of whether classic diesel or currently HVO 100 or other innovative fuels of various types are desired in the future. In addition to professional bunker trading, other services are also offered for shipping companies, line operators and trading houses.”

The Hitzler Werft has been building, repairing and constructing ships of all kinds since 1885. The shipyard, located at the mouth of the Elbe-Lübeck Canal in Lauenburg/Elbe, is known for finding and offering tailor-made solutions, especially in special shipbuilding. In addition to countless suppliers, icebreakers, tugs and research and surveillance ships also left the shipyard.

Photo credit: Hoyer Marine
Published: 8 February, 2024