Maersk initiates redistribution of bunker fuel amid Middle East conflict
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Integrated logistics company A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) recently said it is redistributing bunker fuel to ensure a stable supply chain for its vessels as the Middle East conflict affects global distribution of fuel.
Chief Commercial Officer Karsten Kildahl said there is a serious challenge starting to emerge – the global distribution of fuel, which is impacting both Ocean and Air transportation.
With more than 20% of the world’s oil — and a significant share of the marine fuel— coming from the Gulf, this poses a real risk to operational consistency in the wider, global shipping network. To ensure continuity and avoid a supply shortage in key locations, Maersk is taking proactive steps.
“There is currently sufficient fuel globally, but it is unevenly distributed. As a result, we are making changes to our fuel supply chain and begin moving fuel to ensure our vessels can continue to bunker where needed – and protect the flow of trade,” Kildahl said.
“Through the redistribution of fuel and additional initiatives to optimise our fuel supply chain, we are securing the longer-term stability of our global ocean network operations.”
Photo credit: A.P. Moller – Maersk
Published: 17 March, 2026
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