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Glander and Cepsa partner on Mediterranean bio bunker fuel supply for cruises

Glander International Bunkering and Cepsa are now jointly facilitating the supply of second-generation HVO to cruise line vessels in the Mediterranean.

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October 8, 2024

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Glander and Cepsa partner on Mediterranean bio bunker fuel supply for cruises

Bunker Holding on Monday (7 October) said its subsidiary Glander International Bunkering and Cepsa are now jointly facilitating the supply of second-generation HVO to cruise line vessels in the Mediterranean.

Cepsa has completed four deliveries of HVO via Glander International Bunkering to a cruise ship at the Port of Barcelona since late June of this year.

The second-generation biofuel is made from ISCC EU certified raw materials and can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 90% compared to conventional fuels throughout their life cycle.

Samir Fernández, Director of Marine Fuel Solutions at Cepsa, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Glander International Bunkering in its decarbonisation journey with these second-generation biofuels for the cruise industry.”

“By supplying the wider cruise industry with HVO or biodiesel, we are supporting industry efforts towards more sustainable cruising and reinforcing the Port of Barcelona’s role as a leading hub in the energy transition.”

The combination of Cepsa’s capacity to supply biofuel to the cruise industry on a regular basis at the Spanish ports where it operates and Glander International Bunkering’s vast network of strategic marine customers looking for lower carbon fuel solutions provides a great example of how partnerships like this can enable and facilitate the decarbonisation of the shipping industry.

Valerie Ahrens, Senior Director of News Fuels and Carbon Markets at Bunker Holding, said: “Our partnership with Cepsa is a result of our diligent work to form alliances with strong suppliers of low-carbon fuels.”

“As of late, we have been putting concerted effort into developing strategic partnerships with a view to facilitating the decarbonisation of the shipping industry. We are especially seeing an increase in the interest in biofuels and, with around 30 of our offices now being ISCC-certified, we have expanded our biofuels sales and the availability of biofuels to over 120 ports worldwide.”

The demand for lower carbon fuels is on the rise for the shipping industry in general, brought on by IMO CII requirements, the inclusion of shipping in the EU ETS, and FuelEU Maritime entering into force in 2025. In addition, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is turning its attention to ensure that the sector has sufficient access to low carbon fuels in pursuing net zero carbon cruising by 2050.

Photo credit: Bunker Holding
Published: 8 October, 2024

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Burando Energies completes B30 bunkering operation for Teekay Tankers

Firm delivered a bespoke blend of VLSFO containing 30% ISCC Certified FAME Residue to Teekay Tankers in Port of Amsterdam.

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May 15, 2025

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Burando Energies completes B30 bunkering operation for Teekay Tankers

European marine fuel supplier Burando Energies on Wednesday (14 May) said it has successfully completed a bunkering operation for Teekay Tankers, delivering a bespoke blend of Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) containing 30% ISCC Certified FAME Residue in the Port of Amsterdam.

By blending its VLSFO with FAME Residue, Burando Energies said it is able to provide a scalable solution that meets both commercial and environmental targets.

“We are proud to support Teekay Tankers in taking concrete steps toward sustainable operations,” said Nick de Haan, Head of Decarbonisation Strategies at Burando Energies.

“This delivery showcases our ability to meet the evolving fuel demands of the global shipping industry with innovative, lower-carbon solutions that are also commercially viable.”

FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters) Residue is a renewable, second-generation bio-component derived from waste oils and residual feedstocks from biodiesel production. Unlike conventional biodiesel, FAME Residue is considered a more economical and circular option, offering a reduced carbon footprint at a lower cost.

Through extensive testing and evaluation, Burando Energies has secured a consistent, FAME Residue stream that blends well with VLSFO and maintains full compatibility with existing marine engines. The result is a drop-in fuel blend that lowers lifecycle emissions while enhancing both operational efficiency and fuel flexibility.

“Teekay Tankers has partnered with Burando for many years and has worked with us on the first FAME Residue biofuel delivery in Amsterdam,” said Mads Bjornebye, Manager Bunker Services at Teekay Tankers.

“Burando coordinated closely with both our Technical and Commercial teams to ensure a smooth delivery.”

Photo credit: Burando Energies
Published: 15 May, 2025

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Singapore: Bunker fuel sales increase by 4% on year in April 2025

4.40 million mt of various marine fuel grades were delivered at the world’s largest bunkering port in April, up from 4.24 million mt recorded during the similar month in 2024.

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2 days ago

May 14, 2025

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Singapore: Bunker fuel sales increase by 4% on year in April 2025

Sales of marine fuel at Singapore port increased by 4% on year in April 2025, according to Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) data.

In total, 4.40 million metric tonnes (mt) (exact 4,404,440 mt) of various marine fuel grades were delivered at the world’s largest bunkering port in April, up from 4.24 million mt (4,235,160 mt) recorded during the similar month in 2024.

Deliveries of marine fuel oil, low sulphur fuel oil, ultra low sulphur fuel oil, marine gas oil and marine diesel oil in April (against on year) recorded respectively 1.70 million mt (+6.3% from 1.60 million mt), 2.24 million mt (-0.4% from 2.25 million mt), zero (from zero), zero (-100% from 9,700 mt) and zero (from zero).

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Bio-blended variants of marine fuel oil, low sulphur fuel oil, ultra low sulphur fuel oil, marine gas oil and marine diesel oil in April (against on year) recorded respectively 33,300 mt (+100% from zero), 75,600 mt (+26.8% from 59,600 mt), 700 mt (+100% from zero), zero (from zero) and zero (from zero). A new addition of biofuel blend, introduced in February this year, B100, recorded 300 mt in April.

LNG and methanol sales were posted respectively at 42,000 mt (+18% from 35,600) and zero (from zero). There were no recorded sales of ammonia for the month and so far in 2025.

A complete series of articles on Singapore bunker volumes by Manifold Times in 2024 can be found below:

Photo credit: Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
Published: 14 May, 2025

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Sinobunker sets new record for largest biofuel bunkering operation in China

Company successfully delivered 4,200 mt of B24 bio bunker fuel to “KIRSTEN MAERSK” at Ningbo Beilun Third Container Terminal, also marking its first biofuel refuelling operation in East China.

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May 13, 2025

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Sinobunker sets new record for largest biofuel bunkering operation in China

China Shipping & Sinopec Suppliers Co Ltd (SinoBunker) recently said it completed the largest marine biofuel bunkering operation in China on 2 May.

The company successfully delivered 4,200 metric tonnes (mt) of B24 biofuel at Ningbo Beilun Third Container Terminal. Hangzhou Customs identified the receiving ship as KIRSTEN MAERSK.

The operation also marked the company’s first biofuel refuelling in East China.

Sinobunker sets new record for largest biofuel bunkering operation in China

The B24 biofuel used during the operation was a mixture of 24% ISCC-certified biodiesel produced from waste cooking oil and 76% low-sulphur fuel oil, which meets the requirements of IMO 2020 sulphur limit and relevant regulations on shipping carbon emission reduction.

“This batch of biofuel oil is directly supplied across customs areas. Under the guidance of the customs, the entire process from oil extraction to oil supply has been paperless, which is very smooth,” said Sun Kejie, Business Manager of China Shipping & Sinopec (Zhoushan) Suppliers Co Ltd.

A spokesperson from Hangzhou Customs said they will focus on the construction of the bulk commodity resource allocation hub and the development needs of the entire oil and gas industry chain in the China (Zhejiang) Pilot Free Trade Zone (Zhejiang FTZ).

It will also continue to support green marine fuel bunkering such as biofuel oil, LNG, and methanol, and strive to create the best model to help the Zhejiang FTZ build a global bonded bunkering centre.

In February, Sinobunker reported its previous record of largest single bunkering operation of biofuel in China, which was 4,000 metric tonnes of B24 biofuel.

Photo credit: China Shipping & Sinopec Suppliers
Published: 13 May, 2025