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IBIA expands membership to stakeholders across new, emerging bunker fuels supply chain

IBIA is also refreshing its logo and brand identity to represent its more diverse global membership across both the traditional marine fuels sector and new and emerging marine fuels supply chains.
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As the industry transitions to low and zero carbon fuels such as biofuels, LNG, methanol, and ammonia, International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) on Wednesday (22 October) said it is expanding its membership and services to better represent a broader marine fuels supply chain.

As the industry continues its shift toward low and zero carbon fuels, IBIA is building on its existing work to address the growing need for reliable bunkering infrastructure, fuel quality standards, and safe delivery processes while remaining committed to supporting transparency, quality and availability of conventional fuels during the transitional period.

Constantinos Capetanakis, Chair, IBIA Board and Star Bulk Bunker Director, said: “Since 1993, IBIA has acted as the trusted voice of the marine energy supply chain, focused on promoting transparency, quality and high standards in the purchase and delivery of marine fuels to vessels. As the industry evolves amidst the emerging future fuels landscape, IBIA remains committed to guiding the industry through the supply challenges facing the marine fuels market. We recognise that, as an organisation, we too must evolve to effectively support shipping’s energy transition.”

From shipowners to next-generation fuel providers, IBIA’s membership spans the entire bunker and marine energy supply chain. Its membership extends over 70 countries, ranging across, traditional and alternative marine fuels suppliers, traders, brokers, barging companies, ship owners/operators, storage companies, surveyors, port authorities, industry associations, credit reporting companies, lawyers, P&I clubs, equipment manufacturers, shipping journalists and marine consultants.

In line with IBIA’s evolution, the organisation is refreshing its logo and brand identity to represent its more diverse global membership across both the traditional marine fuels sector and new and emerging marine fuels supply chains.

Alexander Prokopakis, Executive Director, IBIA explained: “Regulatory targets are encouraging a more sustainable future for shipping. To achieve this, the fuels landscape is evolving rapidly with inherent obstacles to overcome – IBIA’s diverse membership makes it uniquely positioned to play a central role in aiding the industry’s progress.

“The organisation will expand into a more diverse global membership, representing not only the traditional marine fuels sector, but also stakeholders across the new and emerging marine fuels supply chain. This will create more opportunities to have their voices represented at IMO, to access educational resources, and to benefit from network engagement.”

Marine energy bunkering remains the most widespread method of delivering fuel to vessels, regardless of the fuel choice, and performs a central role in connecting the production and supply of marine fuels. IBIA will continue to provide independent guidance, safety protocols, practical resources, and regulatory insight to help the market navigate emerging challenges with confidence and clarity.

 

Photo credit: International Bunker Industry Association
Published: 23 October, 2025

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