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ENGINE: Europe and Africa Fuel Availability Outlook (10 June 2026)

Prompt supplies tight in the ARA; fuel availability is normal off Malta; VLSFO and LSMGO supplies in Luanda need 5-6 days of notice.
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The following article regarding Europe and Africa bunker fuel availability has been provided by online marine fuel procurement platform ENGINE for post on Singapore bunkering publication Manifold Times:

  • Prompt supplies tight in the ARA
  • Fuel availability is normal off Malta
  • VLSFO and LSMGO supplies in Luanda need 5-6 days of notice

Northwest Europe

Bunker fuel availability remains tight for prompt supplies in the ARA hub, a trader said.

Recommended lead times for VLSFO and HSFO supplies have reduced slightly to 7-8 days, from 10 days advised last week, the trader added.

The ARA’s independently held fuel oil stocks have remained flat in June so far, compared to May’s monthly average, according to Insights Global data.

Fuel oil stocks in the ARA hub have fallen to levels not seen in more than a decade.

The ARA hub has imported only 7,000 b/d of fuel oil in the first week of June, sharply lower from April’s monthly average of 230,000 b/d, according to data from cargo tracker Vortexa. All of the cargoes during the first week of June have come from Germany.

The ARA hub imported 164,000 b/d of gasoil in June, down considerably from 204,000 b/d imported in May, Vortexa data showed.

Around 37% of June’s shipments have come from the Saudi Arabia, while Lithuania has sent around 21% of the cargoes.

In Germany’s Hamburg, buyers are advised to book stems around five days ahead to get deliveries of any fuel grade, a trader told ENGINE.

Fuel availability is normal off Denmark’s Skaw and in Sweden’s Gothenburg, but buyers need to provide a notice of around 10 days to get deliveries of any fuel grade, according to a trader.

Mediterranean

In the Gibraltar Strait ports, bunker availability remains tight for prompt deliveries of any fuel grade, with buyers advised lead times between 7-10 days, a trader told ENGINE.

Ships calling in Gibraltar for bunkers are facing high congestion, with around 20 vessels awaiting bunkers as of Wednesday morning due to lack of space, port agent MH Bland said.

Suppliers in the port are delayed by around 12-24 hours, subject to availability of space, the port agent added.

The Gibraltar Port Authority has issued a fog warning for Wednesday. The port authority has said that patches of sea fog overnight may reduce visibility to around 500 metres at times.

Strong winds of more than 25 knots are forecast in the port between 11-13 June, which may further impact bunkering operations and schedules.

In Algeciras, suppliers are delayed anywhere between 4-24 hours behind deliveries, MH Bland said.

Prompt bunker availability is tight in Las Palmas, and buyers are advised to book with a notice of between 7-10 days to get deliveries of any fuel grade, a trader told ENGINE.

High swells of above 1.5 metres are forecast in the area until 11 June. Bunker operations are suspended in the outer anchorage areas currently, MH Bland said. Supplies can be carried out in the inner anchorage and at the berth, the port agent added.

Fuel availability has now normalized off Malta, a trader said. Loading delays had affected delivery schedules in Malta over the past few weeks. Buyers can now get delivery of any fuel grade with a lead time of 3-4 days, the trader added.

Fuel availability is normal in Türkiye’s Istanbul, and buyers are able to get deliveries easily within 1-3 days, a trader said.

LSMGO availability is stable in the Romanian ports of Constantza, Midia and Mangalia, a local supplier said.  

Africa

Fuel availability remains tight for prompt deliveries in the Togolese port of Lome and off Namibia’s Walvis Bay, a trader said. Buyers are advised to book stems 10 days in advance for VLSFO and LSMGO in both locations, a trader said.

In Nigeria’s Lagos, VLSFO supplies need a lead time of around 5-7 days, a local supplier told ENGINE.

A supplier in Luanda’s Angola said VLSFO and LSMGO supplies can be carried out within 5-6 days.

Prompt fuel availability is tight in South Africa’s Durban and off Algoa Bay, and buyers are recommended lead times of around 5-7 days, a trader said

In Mozambique’s port of Nacala and Maputo, buyers are recommended around 7-10 days of lead time for VLSFO supplies, a trader said.

Bunker fuel availability is tight in Mauritius’ Port Louis. Buyers are recommended longer lead times of between 10-15 days for all fuel grades, according to a trader.

By Nachiket Tekawade

 

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Published: 11 June, 2026

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Technology

Singapore: MPA working with industry on next phase of digital bunkering, says Deputy CE

‘We are now working with industry on the next phase, trialling capabilities to further strengthen the integrity and quality of bunker data shared between stakeholders and MPA,’ says David Foo.

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Secure systems, trusted data and reliable digital services are becoming as important to maritime operations as physical infrastructure, said Mr David Foo, Deputy Chief Executive (Operations & Technology), Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), on Thursday (10 September). 

In his opening keynote speech at APPEC 2026 Shipping And Bunker Conference, Foo said OCEANS-X, Digital Bunkering and the Maritime Digital Twin are enabling trusted data sharing, better operational planning and the testing of new digital solutions.

Foo said since 2025, digital bunkering has strengthened the efficiency and transparency of bunker operations. 

“We are now working with industry on the next phase, trialling capabilities to further strengthen the integrity and quality of bunker data shared between stakeholders and MPA.” he said.

He also said MPA is taking a forward-looking approach to the energy transition.

“Over the coming decades, we are likely to see the most diverse marine fuel mix in shipping’s history. There may not be a single fuel of the future.”

“Our role as a global bunkering hub is therefore not to determine which fuel will prevail. Our role is to ensure that whichever fuels the industry adopts, Singapore is ready – with the infrastructure, standards and operational capabilities to support them.”

Foo said MPA is making concrete progress across the major alternative fuel pathways with the issuance of methanol bunkering licences and the commencement of methanol bunkering operations. 

“For ammonia, we are developing the regulatory and operational frameworks needed to support future commercial deployment. We are also facilitating greater use of sustainable biofuels,” he said.

At the same time, MPA continues to expand its LNG bunkering ecosystem, with additional licences issued this year. 

“This will broaden supply options as more LNG-fuelled vessels enter the global fleet. We have also just updated our LNG standards, while maintaining the high standards of safety and reliability that underpin Singapore’s reputation as a trusted bunkering hub,” Foo added.

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Published: 10 September, 2026

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Financial Result

Singapore-based Uni-Fuels H1 2026 net income jumps 1,415% to USD 1.4 million

Company delivered record first-half financial results, achieving its highest first-half revenue, gross profit, income from operations, net income and EBITDA since its inception.
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Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (Uni-Fuels), a global provider of marine fuel solutions headquartered in Singapore, on Wednesday (9 September) announced its unaudited interim financial results for the first half of 2026, ending on 30 June.

The company delivered record first-half financial results, achieving its highest first-half revenue, gross profit, income from operations, net income and EBITDA since its inception.

The company’s net income increased 1,415% to USD 1.4 million for the first half of 2026, compared to USD 0.1 million in the corresponding period of 2025.

Revenue increased 72% year-over-year to USD 197.1 million, from USD 114.6 million in the corresponding period of 2025 while gross profit also increased 158% year-over-year to USD 5.3 million, from USD 2.1 million in the corresponding period of 2025.

Gross profit margin expanded to 2.7% in the first half of 2026, from 1.8% in the corresponding period of 2025, representing a 50% improvement. 

For its 2026 outlook, the company is raising its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of USD 340 million to USD 360 million, from its previous guidance range of USD 320 million to USD 340 million, reflecting stronger-than-expected first-half performance and continued commercial momentum.

Koh Kuan Hua, Chief Executive Officer of Uni-Fuels, said: “Our first-half 2026 results demonstrate the strength of our commercial execution and the agility of our business model.” 

“As geopolitical developments and market volatility continued to influence global oil markets, we remained focused on delivering reliable supply solutions and value-added services to our customers. 

“Our ability to respond quickly to changing market dynamics while maintaining disciplined execution contributed to significant improvements in revenue, profitability and operating performance. 

“We believe this momentum positions us well for the remainder of the year, as reflected in our increased full-year 2026 revenue guidance of USD 340 million to USD 360 million.”

 

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Published: 10 September, 2026

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Incident

Peninsula confirms one fatality, crew member missing from bunker tanker “Hercules Star”

Firm says one member of the crew is missing following an incident whilst at anchorage off Dubai and a specialist team is working to locate them.

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Marine fuels supplier Peninsula on Wednesday (9 September) confirmed that its bunker tanker Hercules Star was involved in an incident whilst at anchorage off Dubai.

“It is with deep sadness and regret that we confirm one fatality. Peninsula is in contact with their family and providing all the necessary support at this time,” the company said in a statement.

“In addition, one member of the crew is missing and a specialist team is working to locate them. All other crew members are accounted for.”

The company added it is working with all relevant parties to monitor developments.

“This is an ongoing incident and updates will be issued in due course when we have more details,” Peninsula added. 

According to a Reuters report citing preliminary assessments by maritime security sources, the vessel may have been struck by a drone.

The report also said the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received a report of a vessel listing while at anchor about 24 nautical miles off the UAE’s Port Rashid, with the condition “possibly indicating water ingress following an attack from an unknown projectile”.

 

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Published: 10 September, 2026

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