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March 3, 2026
IBIA announces new date for mass flow meter training course in Rotterdam Training scheduled for 12 May follows mandatory MFM implementation at Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges ports. |
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March 2, 2026
North Sea Port completes risk analysis for alternative fuel bunkering operations Port authority says LNG, hydrogen, methanol and ammonia can be safely refuelled across its facilities. |
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February 27, 2026
EMSA study examines biodiesel blend spill response as shipping adopts alternative fuels Research addresses knowledge gaps on biodiesel-conventional fuel blends as marine pollutants and response measures. |
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February 26, 2026
Power2X acquires HyCC to expand green hydrogen portfolio in the Netherlands and Germany Deal consolidates clean molecules sector as projects transition from development to large-scale delivery phase. |
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February 24, 2026
Vinssen, Mana Engineering partner on hydrogen fuel cell retrofit for 800-teu feeder vessel South Korean and Dutch firms to pursue Lloyd’s Register approval for hybrid retrofit concept. |
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February 13, 2026
Iberian Peninsula poised to overtake the Netherlands as Europe’s top LNG bunkering hub Spanish and Portuguese ports quadrupled ship-to-ship LNG supply in two years, data shows. |
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February 9, 2026
PetroChina International seeks bunker trader for Rotterdam as it expands ARA marine fuel operations Chinese energy trader aims to boost alternative fuels portfolio and market share in Europe. |
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February 6, 2026
Rotterdam bio-LNG bunkering surges sixfold as alternative marine fuels gain traction Port handled 17,644 cbm of bio-LNG in 2025, while biomethanol volumes tripled year-on-year. |
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February 3, 2026
IBIA to run surveyor training course for mass flow meter-equipped bunkering in Rotterdam One-day course scheduled for 19 February aims to prepare professionals for MFM-equipped bunkering operations. |
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February 2, 2026
Rotterdam bunker industry faces upheaval as new regulations drive up costs and shift volumes Red III compliance costs and a mass flow meter mandate are creating operational challenges across the ARA region. |
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January 27, 2026
Chemship orders VentoFoils for two more chemical tankers after fuel savings of up to 15% Dutch operator returns to Econowind for wind propulsion systems on Chemical Contender and Chemical Fighter. |
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January 26, 2026
2025 Marine Fuel Review | Steve Bee, VPS VPS Group Marketing & Strategic Projects Director analyses fuel quality data from the past year. |
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January 21, 2026
PetroChina International seeks bunker trader for London or Rotterdam role Company aims to expand sustainable marine fuel portfolio and strengthen ARA region presence. |
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January 19, 2026
CF Industries, Trafigura, and TFG Marine partner on low-carbon ammonia marine fuel supply Three companies sign MOU to develop supply chain for ammonia bunkering in shipping decarbonisation. |
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January 16, 2026
CIMC Raffles secures second subsea rock installation vessel order from Van Oord Chinese shipbuilder to construct methanol and biofuel-capable vessel with 35,000-tonne rock capacity. |
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January 14, 2026
Hartman Seatrade orders Wärtsilä 31 engine for new heavy lift vessel Dutch operator selects fuel-efficient engine and propulsion package for 3,800-dwt newbuild at Rock Shipbuilding. |
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January 7, 2026
Van Oord completes Dutch beach replenishment using 100% bio-LNG Dredger Vox Apolonia deposited 1 million cbm of sand at Noord-Beveland beach under Coastline Care programme. |
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January 6, 2026
Rotterdam Shore Power selects ABB for world's largest shore power project ABB to engineer shore power systems with over 100MVA capacity at Europe's largest port. |
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December 22, 2025
Glencore to acquire majority stake in Dutch marine fuel supplier FincoEnergies Transaction expected to complete in Q2 2026, subject to EU anti-trust approval. |
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December 16, 2025
Burando Atlantic publishes first sustainability report, secures ISCC EU recertification Maritime group releases inaugural sustainability report while Burando Energies extends biofuel traceability certification. |
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December 15, 2025
Odfjell launches operational green corridor between Brazil and Europe using biofuel Chemical tanker operator establishes route using B24 sustainable biofuel without subsidies or government support. |
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December 10, 2025
Bebeka seeks bunker trader for Groningen office Shipping cooperative advertises role supporting global fuel supply and energy transition. |
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November 24, 2025
Rondal's Aero Wing Sail receives Lloyd's Register approval in principle Classification society grants AiP for rigid wing-sail concept designed for large yacht applications. |
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November 21, 2025
Wärtsilä secures sixth hybrid propulsion order from Aasen Shipping for bulk carrier series Norwegian shipowner orders integrated system for 9,500 DWT vessel under construction at Royal Bodewes. |
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November 20, 2025
Petrobras Global Trading seeks bunker trader for Rotterdam operations Brazilian energy company's Dutch subsidiary advertises role focusing on marine fuel sales in Brazil. |
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November 18, 2025
Bunker Suite completes E-BDN trial aboard Lady Clara in Rotterdam Digital platform provider conducts electronic bunker delivery note trial with partners. |
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November 17, 2025
Peninsula expands biofuel capabilities in Rotterdam Marine fuel supplier adds 30,000 cbm capacity, with plans to expand to 110,000 cbm in early 2026. |
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October 24, 2025
TFG Marine calls for ISO 22192 alignment in ARA MFM rollout Company urges consistency as Rotterdam and Antwerp prepare mass flow meter implementation. |
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October 23, 2025
GEFO bunkers biofuel for first time as Gioconda runs on B100 UCOME German shipping company takes maiden step into biofuel bunkering with used cooking oil biodiesel. |
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October 20, 2025
Bebeka seeks senior bunker trader with technical background Dutch cooperative targets candidates with shipping experience for hybrid trading and advisor position. |
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October 16, 2025
Disney takes delivery of LNG-fuelled cruise ship German shipbuilder hands over sixth vessel built for Disney in long-running partnership. |
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October 16, 2025
Netherlands selects three consortia for electric emergency towing vessel tender Vessels will be capable of switching from electric propulsion to green methanol during emergency towing operations. |
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October 15, 2025
OCI Global and Victrol partner to develop ammonia bunkering supply chain in Netherlands and Belgium Companies sign MoU to create end-to-end clean ammonia fuel infrastructure across Benelux ports. |
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October 9, 2025
VPS launches Verisphere digital platform to streamline marine fuel decarbonisation tools New ecosystem connects multiple maritime emissions solutions through single user interface. |
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October 9, 2025
IAPH launches products portal with ammonia bunker safety checklist Port association releases industry-first ammonia fuel checklist alongside updated tools for alternative marine fuels. |
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October 9, 2025
Burando Energies appoints new board to drive energy transition growth Rotterdam-based energy company forms four-member leadership team, including new CEO Ruben Blok. |
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October 8, 2025
Goltens and IPCO Power partner on fuel system optimisation solutions Partnership combines homogenisation technology with global engineering services to help shipowners achieve efficiency gains. |
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October 8, 2025
Molgas completes acquisition of Titan Clean Fuels to create European LNG bunkering network Deal creates fleet of seven LNG bunkering vessels and network of supply locations. |
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October 7, 2025
De Wit Bunkering secures ISCC certification under RED III directive Dutch bunker supplier obtains renewable energy certification for traceable, sustainable fuel supply chain operations. |
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September 23, 2025
Sperry Marine wins contract for hydrogen-powered autonomous-ready Samskip ships Navigation systems provider to supply integrated bridge systems for two container ships scheduled for 2027 delivery. |
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September 15, 2025
Van Oord deploys bio-LNG dredger for Dutch coastal project First bio-LNG-powered trailing suction hopper dredger operation begins in the Netherlands. |
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September 12, 2025
Hapag-Lloyd secures multi-year liquefied biomethane supply deal with Shell Agreement supports container line's decarbonisation strategy and net-zero fleet operations target by 2045. |
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September 8, 2025
Yara Clean Ammonia begins construction of world's first ammonia-powered container ship Steel cutting ceremony marks start of construction for Yara Eyde vessel on Oslo-Rotterdam route. |
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September 4, 2025
Global spike in cat fines contamination hits marine fuel supplies across major ports VPS testing reveals elevated aluminium and silicon levels in VLSFO across six major bunkering hubs. |
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September 3, 2025
Saudi-backed Eleven Energy opens Rotterdam office, hires industry veterans Marine fuel trader appoints Gert and Yolanda Nell to new Netherlands operation. |
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August 28, 2025
Burando Energies partners with World Fuel Services and Norwegian Cruise Line to supply biofuel blends Three companies collaborate to deliver 30% biodiesel blends to cruise ships in the Netherlands during 2025. |
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July 11, 2025
LNG London completes 1,000 bunkering operations in Rotterdam and Antwerp Delivery vessel reaches milestone after five years of operations across ARA hub. |
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May 26, 2023
ExxonMobil starts Hapag ARA biofuel deliveries Deal to supply B30 marine bio fuel oil with bio-component made from waste-based FAME. |
