Crude prices are higher, especially for light/sweet fuel grades A month ago, Brent futures were around $105/bbl and there were real concerns about inflation, much slower economic growth and downwards revisions to oil demand. Despite these bearish signa…
Bunker market shifts focus to supply concerns – Will this last? Read More »
The rise in crude oil prices that followed the Russian invasion of Ukraine is clearly seen in bunker fuel surcharges. Across all trade lanes, the average fuel surcharges have risen close to 50%, reaching almost USD 600 per FEU. Xeneta’s fuel surc…
The newbuilding market remained rather underwhelming during the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Allied Shipbroking said that “activity in the Newbuilding market continues to move at a slow pace, while the prime sectors moving things …
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For ship owners and operators, the decision over when and where to bunker in the Middle East can have a very significant impact on their business. Getting it wrong could lead to highly inflated costs, making it vital for shipping companies to scrutinis…
How ship operators can better manage their total of cost of bunkering? Read More »
Petroleum tanker rates for routes originating in Europe rose to record highs in April 2022 because of geopolitical instability related to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and rising marine fuel prices, also known as bunker fuel. Dirty tanker rat…