Global bunker supplier Dan-Bunkering on Friday (19 June) said it has recently concluded an LNG delivery in China for Sallaum Lines’ newbuild Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), Ocean Express. 

The delivery involved approximately 1,400 metric tonnes (mt) of LNG bunker fuel. 

This delivery is the outcome of a development process that began around April 2025, during which Dan-Bunkering worked with Sallaum Lines to evaluate several LNG supply opportunities in China linked to the company’s newbuild programme. 

Ocean Express is one of six newbuilds in the series and represents the fourth supply opportunity Dan-Bunkering has supported so far.

For this delivery, Dan-Bunkering said it secured a ship-to-ship supply solution aligned with the vessel’s operational requirements. The solution was made possible through close cooperation with supply partner SIPG Energy.

“This is a great example of what it takes to support clients in the transition to alternative fuels,” said James Shiller, Global Lead of New Fuels at Dan-Bunkering, and continues:

“LNG bunkering is not always straightforward, particularly during a first full bunker operation. Success depends on local knowledge and persistent cooperation across teams. Sallaum Lines trusted us and SIPG Energy to keep working the options, and we are proud that all involved teams turned a challenging situation into a successful delivery. We value the relationship and look forward to supporting their remaining newbuild deliveries.”

The company added that the delivery was made possible through close coordination across Dan-Bunkering and the wider Group, including Dan-Bunkering’s Netherlands office, Bunker Holding’s specialists and sourcing team.

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Published: 22 June, 2026

Spanish energy company Repsol on Thursday (18 June) said it has started the commercial supply of co-processed marine fuels with renewable content in the port of Algeciras, one of the main bunkering hubs in the Mediterranean. 

The company said this marked the deployment of immediate solutions produced by integrating renewable content directly into conventional refinery processes, supporting the decarbonisation of maritime transport.

Last week, Repsol launched the first commercial voyage of its new generation bunkering vessel Bahía Candela. During this first voyage, the vessel loaded co-processed fuel at Repsol’s Petronor refinery in Bilbao, reinforcing the company’s end-to-end supply capability by integrating refining, logistics, and delivery.

Repsol reportedly chartered the bunkering vessel from shipowner Mureloil. 

Designed specifically for marine fuel supply, Bahía Candela features multiproduct capabilities and is prepared to operate with low-emission energy solutions. Its diesel-electric propulsion system and advanced energy storage enable optimised efficiency and reduced emissions during operations.

“This milestone marked Repsol’s entry into the supply of low-carbon marine fuels in Algeciras, leveraging its integrated value chain and expanding its multi-energy offering in the maritime sector, combining conventional products with low-carbon alternatives, thus, strengthening its ability to adapt to the diverse needs of its customers,” Repsol said in a statement. 

Co-processing enables the integration of renewable feedstocks, such as oils and residues, alongside conventional streams within refining processes. 

This generates fuels with a low-carbon footprint and supports a gradual transition towards solutions that will help to decarbonise the sector, providing a cost-efficient and scalable pathway to supply low-carbon fuels that are fully compatible with existing engines and infrastructure, without requiring changes to vessels or port assets, and using current industrial assets.

Related: Mureloil deploys hybrid chemical tanker for bunkering and terminal transport

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Published: 22 June, 2026

Everllence recently announced the successful Type Approval Test (TAT) of its ME-LGIA ammonia-burning engine at its Research Centre Copenhagen (RCC). 

Eight classification societies oversaw the testing that took place from 10 to 12 June, marking the latest phase in the engine’s journey towards its market debut.  

Bjarne Foldager, Head of Two-Stroke Business, Everllence, said: “The TAT is yet another important step as we definitively move from concept development to seagoing engine operation. It confirms the Everllence B&W ME-LGIA as ready for on-board installation and is the last test before actual sea and gas trials. 

“This engine sets new benchmarks in zero-carbon propulsion and digitally connected performance, and has attracted great interest since its development was announced in 2019. It stands testament to Everllence’s unique ability to meet demands and bring innovative fuels to market.”

Everllence officially marketed the ME-LGIA engines at a two-day event in Copenhagen in November 2025. Using the Diesel principle and the well-known, dual-fuel Liquid Gas Injection concept, the engine has a proven track record of several hundred thousand operational hours.

Ole Pyndt Hansen, Senior Vice President, Head of Two-Stroke R&D, Everllence, said: “The TAT is also important in relation to maturing IMO ammonia regulations as it is vital that rules and guidelines are in line with reality to optimise safety onboard vessels. 

“This experience comes from industry and the first ammonia-driven ships, which are expected to operate at sea during 2026, will act as compelling input for the development of these guidelines.”

Everllence also noted that the ammonia TAT marked the end of an era with it being the final TAT at the RCC in Copenhagen before the company moves location to outside the city in late-2027.

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Published: 22 June, 2026