The Director of Singapore-based bunker survey firm Majestic Maritime Services offers recommendations to overcome this key issue faced by players at the republic.
Provides updates and requests for industry support to develop solutions for contaminated bunker fuels.
Zero cases of cat fines reported at republic in the first half of July 2018, says fuel quality report.
Skuld issues advice on preventing engine damage from catalytic fines found in low sulphur fuel oil.
Buyers may wish to consider placing seller on notice of potential claims arising due to fuel issues.
Several residual fuel samples from Singapore exceeded 0.50 % v/v limit for water.
Reducing CO2 Emissions to Zero offers new insight into the ‘Paris Agreement for Shipping’.
Flaws could hinder the IMO’s ability to deliver on its own climate goals in reducing carbon emissions.
Several residual fuel samples bunkered against RMK700 grade exceeded viscosity at ARA ports.
Recommends drip sampling when bunkering and to consume bunkers after viewing test results.
