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Consort Bunkers takes productivity to new levels with latest fleet expansion

Latest seven 8,000 dwt newbuild sister ships are able to offer two grades of marine fuel in a single bunker delivery operation, says Director and General Manager.

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Singapore-based bunker supplier and logistics services provider Consort Bunkers Pte Ltd is expecting deliveries of its latest seven 8,000 dwt newbuild vessels to enhance marine fuel delivery operations at the republic.

The Chinese build ships feature Japanese made components for essential operating machinery (e.g. pumps. Engines, etc); each has a total cargo capacity of 7,500 mt for up to three types of products via segregated cargo lines and is equipped with two Endress + Hauser mass flowmeters (MFMs) for simultaneous dual grade bunker delivery operations.

“These vessels are the result of a fleet renewal plan initiated in 2016 when we were approached by oil majors to upgrade our existing own and chartered fleet with higher quality newbuildings,” Yeo Siok Keak, Director and General Manager of Consort Bunkers, told Manifold Times.

“We see value in the market coming 2020, a period when new regulations and a wider variety of 0.5% sulphur limit compliant fuels are introduced, and have built these bunkering vessels to get the job done.”

A feature of the vessels, an option to offer two different grades of marine fuel in a single bunker delivery operation, is a unique function not available to the majority of bunker tankers in the Singapore market.

“Initially, our intention was to build upon the proven efficiencies which MFMs offer by further improving on productivity with these dual grade barges,” notes Yeo.

“However, it seems we are now seeing increased interest from oil majors and reputable traders keen on chartering these larger and modern newbuilds.

“As such, we are now evaluating our position where possibly more than half of the new fleet will be chartered out, with the remaining barges used to continue supporting our own physical bunker supply.

“This falls in line with Consort’s long term strategy of diversifying our business model to include a combination of time charters, spot barging and sales.”

To date, the company has already taken delivery of five bunker tankers, namely Pearl Mercury, Pearl Mercure, Pearl Melody, Pearl Mimosa and Pearl Mutiara; the remaining two vessels, Pearl Maya and Pearl Majestic, are expected to be delivered by the third quarter of 2019.

Consort also operates in the Middle East via bunkering subsidiary Pearl Marine which supplies marine fuel at Fujairah, Khor Fakkan and Jebel Ali, and has recently started marine refuelling operations at the Port of Zhoushan and Ningbo in China through subsidiary Consort Bunkers (Zhoushan) Co. Ltd.

The company ranked 11th in the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) list of top bunker suppliers by volume in 2018.

It entered formal intentions with Zhoushan-based companies to collaborate in maritime logistics, bunker supply and wholesale petroleum trading in 2018.

Related: MPA list reveals top bunker suppliers at Singapore port in 2018
Related: Consort Bunkers and Glencore Singapore in MOUs with Zhoushan firms

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Published: 16 May, 2019

 

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ZeroNorth and Veracity by DNV launch end-to-end emissions reporting, verification service

New offering combines ZeroNorth’s Vessel Reporting and Emissions Analytics platform with Veracity platform and DNV’s Emissions Connect verification services to deliver an end-to-end compliance solution.

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ZeroNorth and Veracity by DNV launch end-to-end emissions reporting, verification service

Maritime technology solutions provider ZeroNorth on Friday (16 May) said it has partnered with Veracity by DNV to launch a fully integrated emissions reporting and verification service for the maritime industry. 

Teekay is the first customer that will be implementing the service across its fleet, following successful testing and development.

As regulatory requirements tighten, ZeroNorth said maritime operators face growing demands for emissions transparency and reporting integrity. At the same time, poor data quality remains an industry-wide challenge. 

“The new offering combines ZeroNorth’s Vessel Reporting and Emissions Analytics platform with the Veracity platform and DNV’s Emissions Connect verification services to deliver an end-to-end compliance solution,” the company said in a statement. 

“The offering simplifies compliance by integrating automated data reporting with expert validation, reducing administrative burdens and improving data reliability.”

A key differentiator is the multi-layered data quality feedback loop, which ensures emissions data undergoes rigorous validation at multiple stages. Verification warnings from Veracity by DNV are automatically flagged to ZeroNorth’s data quality team, which then works directly with vessel crews to resolve discrepancies before final submission to authorities. 

This reduces compliance risks and enhances regulatory confidence while supporting continuous monitoring of EU MRV, IMO DCS, CII ratings, EU ETS and FuelEU Maritime compliance.

Teekay, a long-standing customer of ZeroNorth, participated in early testing of the solution and providing operational feedback. Since its successful implementation with Teekay, the service has been rolled out to two additional customers, and further deployments are underway.

Anders Schulze, Chief Operations Officer at ZeroNorth, said: “The maritime industry faces growing pressure to ensure emissions data is not just reported, but verified to the highest standards. Yet fragmented systems and manual processes continue to undermine data quality and increase compliance risk. 

“By combining ZeroNorth’s data and analytics capabilities with Veracity by DNV’s verification expertise, we are directly addressing this challenge. Our goal is to build trust in emissions data and reduce complexity for shipowners and charterers. We’re especially pleased that Teekay, a long-time partner, played a central role in shaping and validating the service.”

Mikkel Skou, Managing Director at Veracity by DNV, said: “At Veracity by DNV, the value of our ecosystem is built on strong partnerships, exemplified by our collaboration with ZeroNorth.

“By integrating trusted data and solutions like ZeroNorth’s Vessel Reporting and Emissions Analytics platform, we create a robust network that supports collaboration and drives sustainable growth in the maritime industry. 

“We look forward to continuing working towards our ambition to deliver trust and connectivity to the industry through this partnership with ZeroNorth.”

Mikkel Seidelin, Chief Commercial Officer at Teekay, said: “Partnering with ZeroNorth improves our ability to navigate complexities seamlessly, leveraging on data and technology to optimise our performance and reduce inefficiencies.

“When we are equipped with verified, end-to-end data, it empowers us as owners towards seamless decision-making, resulting in real sustainable and operational target-achievements.”

 

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Published: 16 May, 2025

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LNG Bunkering

Singapore: FueLNG achieves 400th LNG bunkering operation milestone

Bunker tanker “FueLNG Bellina” successfully delivered LNG bunker fuel to “BYD Shenzhen”, the world’s largest LNG-fuelled car carrier at Singapore anchorage during its maiden voyage.

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Singapore: FueLNG achieves 400th LNG bunkering operation milestone

Singapore’s licensed LNG bunker supplier FueLNG on Thursday (15 May) announced the successful completion of its 400th LNG ship-to-ship (STS) bunkering operation in the republic.

FueLNG, a joint venture between Keppel Offshore & Marine and Shell Eastern Petroleum Pte Ltd, marked the milestone with bunker tanker FueLNG Bellina successfully refuelling BYD Shenzhen, the world’s largest LNG-fuelled car carrier, at Singapore anchorage during its maiden voyage.

“With a capacity of 9,200 vehicles and equipped with dual-fuel LNG propulsion, the BYD SHENZHEN represents the next generation of low-emission maritime transport,” it said in a social media post. 

Shell said it supported BYD Shenzhen on its maiden voyage as the supplier of the LNG bunker fuel. 

“Like all LNG dual fuel vessels, BYD Shenzhen is on the pathway to net zero emissions. She can take bio-LNG, and in the future e-LNG, in her fuel mix for further emission reduction and regulatory compliance,” it said in a separate social media post. 

 

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Published: 16 May, 2025

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Biofuel

Hong Kong: CPN hits new record for China’s largest B24 biofuel bunkering operation

Chimbusco Pan Nation delivered 6,300 mt of B24-VLSFO in Hong Kong to boxship “XIN LOS ANGELES” on 15 May, exceeding its previous record of 5,500 mt delivered in February 2025.

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Hong Kong: CPN hits new record for China's largest B24 biofuel bunkering operation

Hong Kong-based bunker supplier Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical (CPN) on Friday (16 May) said it has set a record for China’s largest B24 marine biofuel bunkering operation.

CPN said it delivered 6,300 metric tonnes (mt) of B24-VLSFO in Hong Kong to container ship XIN LOS ANGELES on 15 May. 

The supply exceeded CPN’s previous record of 5,500 mt delivered to the same ship in February 2025.

“This collaboration reinforces CPN’s ability to execute large-scale marine biofuel bunkering with precision and reliability,” the company said in a social media post.

“By consistently supplying large volumes of B24 marine biofuel, CPN supports reduced carbon emissions and sustainable shipping practices globally.”

Related: CPN achieves largest B24 bio bunker fuel delivery in Hong Kong and China

 

Photo credit: Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical
Published: 16 May, 2025

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