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China: Zhoushan Port releases new guidelines for shipowners on bonded bunker fuel supply

Zhoushan Port published its latest guideline on bunker supply in Zhoushan including coordinates, navigational requirements and meteorological information of main bunker supply anchorages.

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The Zhoushan Port Comprehensive Bonded Zone Administrative Committee on Monday (25 February) shared with Singapore-based bunkering publication Manifold Times the Guide Letter to Shipowners on Bonded Oil Bunker Supply in Zhoushan (2024 Edition) document.

The 17-page document is written for shipowners engaged in bunkering operations at the port:

Zhoushan is the main maritime open gateway to the world for the eastern coast of China and the Yangtze River basin. Six of the seven international main routes in and out of China pass through Zhoushan waters. Nearly 110,000 international vessels steam through Zhoushan waters, and more than 24,000 international vessels call Zhoushan annually. 

Whilst Zhoushan has more than 17 million cubic meters of bonded oil depot and can cover a wide range of bonded oil bunker scenes, such as inner and outer anchorage in port, berthing call in port, and cross-custom port area. 

With the most complete bunker oil types and the most transparent prices in China, Zhoushan is the most efficient and comprehensive maritime service port in China, the first largest bunker supply port in China and the fourth largest bunker supply port in the world currently. 

In order to provide international shipowners with more convenient guide information on bunker supply in Zhoushan, we have compiled coordinates, navigational requirements and meteorological information of the main bunker supply anchorages in Zhoushan into a booklet for reference.

The full version of the document in English can be downloaded here.

The full version of the document in Chinese can be downloaded here.

 

Photo credit: Manifold Times
Published: 25 March 2024

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Singapore-based ONE celebrates maiden voyage of methanol-and-ammonia ready boxship

Following the successful deployment of “ONE Singapore” and its sister vessels, “ONE Solidarity” will be deployed on the Mediterranean Pacific South 2 (MS2) service.

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Singapore-based ONE celebrates maiden voyage of methanol-and-ammonia ready boxship

Singapore-based container shipping company Ocean Network Express (ONE) on Thursday (3 July) said it celebrated the maiden voyage of containership ONE Solidarity as the ship made its first-ever arrival in Shekou, China. 

“As one of our S-series methanol and ammonia ready container vessels, ONE Solidarity is another demonstration of ONE’s commitment to sustainable shipping,” the company said in a social media post. 

Following the successful deployment of ONE Singapore and its sister vessels, ONE Solidarity will be deployed on the Mediterranean Pacific South 2 (MS2) service. 

“Her deployment will boost our service capacity, ensuring faster, more reliable, and highly efficient shipping offerings across key global trade lanes,” the company added.

 

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Published: 3 July, 2026

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“Lucia Cosulich” enters final preparation ahead of bunkering operations

Following delivery of the ship in China, it will now enter the final preparation phase ahead of its next operational steps, strengthening Fratelli Cosulich’s ability to provide reliable bunkering solutions.

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“Lucia Cosulich” enters final preparation ahead of bunkering operations

Fratelli Cosulich Marine Energy on Thursday (2 July) celebrated the delivery of Lucia Cosulich at Taizhou Maple Leaf Shipyard in China.

The vessel is the second of four sister methanol-ready IMO II bunker tankers developed within the Group’s fleet expansion programme and follows the launching ceremony held on 2 May 2026.

Designed to support the Group’s bunkering operations and future fuel requirements, Lucia Cosulich is part of the new generation of vessels developed by Fratelli Cosulich Marine Energy to combine operational reliability, safety and fuel flexibility.

Lucia Cosulich will now enter the final preparation phase ahead of its next operational steps, further strengthening the Group’s ability to provide reliable bunkering solutions.

“We wish Lucia Cosulich and her crew fair winds on the next stage of her journey,” the company said. 

Related: Fratelli Cosulich launches second methanol-ready bunker tanker in China

 

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Published: 3 July, 2026

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Glencore backs FincoEnergies’ biofuel growth with majority stake acquisition

With Glencore’s support, FincoEnergies is well positioned to continue expanding its offerings in biofuels across multiple transport segments and to increase its presence in new geographies.

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Dutch biofuel supplier FincoEnergies on Thursday (2 July) announced the completion of global commodities trader Glencore’s acquisition of a majority stake in the company, forming a partnership with Coloured Finches.

FincoEnergies said its fuel distribution and logistics infrastructure, customer relationships and expertise in downstream fuel transportation will be complemented by Glencore’s global scale, sourcing capabilities and experience across the energy value chain.

With Glencore’s support, FincoEnergies added it is well positioned to continue expanding its offerings in biofuels and decarbonisation solutions across multiple transport segments and to increase its presence in new geographies.

Jan-Willem van der Velden, FincoEnergies CEO and Founder, said: “Today marks an exciting next step for FincoEnergies. Glencore already knows our business well, and this builds on years of collaboration, trust and shared ambition. With Glencore’s support and global reach behind us, we are in a strong position to continue growing our business and supporting our customers as demand for lower-carbon fuel solutions continues to evolve.”

Maxim Kolupaev, Head of Glencore Energy UK, said: “Glencore’s investment in FincoEnergies strengthens the presence of our business in Northwest Europe and creates a strong platform for future growth. We are looking forward to continuing to work closely with the FincoEnergies team and building on the successful relationship we have already developed together.”

Manifold Times previously reported FincoEnergies signing an agreement with Glencore for the acquisition of a majority shareholding in the FincoEnergies Group in a partnership with Coloured Finches.

Related: Glencore acquires majority stake in Dutch biofuel supplier FincoEnergies

 

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Published: 3 July, 2026

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