The 0.50 percent limit for sulphur content in ships’ fuel oil will take effect on 1 January 2020 and will have a significant beneficial impact on human health and the environment. The Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 6) agreed dr…
IMO: Consistent implementation of 2020 sulphur limit – draft guidelines finalized Read More »
Things are heating up in the crude tanker market with VLCCs reaping the benefits so far. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Charles R. Weber said that “last week’s influx of USG inquiry buoyed rates across the globe on the VLCC sector, as eastboun…
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Implementation of the IMO’s 0.50% sulphur limit for fuel oil is presenting one of the most significant challenges to all stakeholders in the marine fuel oil market – from producer to user. The transition period has started; decisions must be made, and …
Compliant fuel or scrubbers? Pick the right 2020 transition strategy Read More »
The International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) major change limiting the airborne sulfur dioxide emissions from international shipping is now less than a year away. On 1 January 2020, the sulfur dioxide emission standard tightens to limit the emission…
Uncertainty Shrouds IMO 2020’s Impact Read More »
While a scenario under which, oil prices are elevated, is bearish for tanker prospects in the long run, it’s expected that, at least in the short-term, demand will be supported, thanks to elevated crude runs from new refineries coming online. In its la…
Tanker Demand Will Be Supported in The Near Term Claims Shipbroker Read More »