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	Skuld warns of unusual chemical compounds in Southeast Asian marine fuels Marine insurer reports fuels meeting ISO 8217 standards but containing high levels of hydrocarbon compounds.
	IMO chief urges progress on net-zero framework amid Hormuz crisis Arsenio Dominguez calls for constructive dialogue as MEPC 84 tackles greenhouse gas measures and ballast water regulations.
	Monjasa reflags UAE-based tankers to Emirates registry Marine fuels supplier transitions first of three vessels from Liberian to UAE flag.
	Lotte Fine Chemical completes world’s first commercial ammonia bunkering at Ulsan South Korean chemical company claims to have established a complete green ammonia value chain.
	Propeller Fuels seeks bunker trader for London office Marine fuel supplier advertises for trader to manage procurement, sales and client relationships.
	Fincantieri’s VARD launches first of four offshore wind vessels for Windward Offshore VARD 4 19 design vessel features battery hybrid propulsion and green methanol preparation.
	Singapore industry leaders call for regulatory clarity on maritime energy transition SSA councillors highlight need for government support and clear policies to enable alternative fuel adoption.
	Seaspan and Technolog unveil LNG feeder design with four-week ammonia conversion pathway Lloyd’s Register grants approval for a 3,370 TEU vessel concept designed for swift transition to zero-carbon fuel.
	Singapore’s MPA backs LNG as part of multi-fuel strategy for shipping decarbonisation Authority emphasises regulatory frameworks and workforce development as sector navigates geopolitical uncertainty and energy transition.
	ABS and PIL partner on book-and-claim emissions verification Classification society to verify fuel consumption and emissions data for shipping line’s alternative fuel claims.
	Vast completes first biofuel bunkering of tugboat at Brazil’s Port of Açu Be8’s BeVant biofuel claims up to 99% CO₂ reduction versus conventional marine diesel.
	Ningbo-Zhoushan Port completes first ship-to-ship green methanol bunkering Zhejiang province port facility delivered 503 tonnes of methanol to a container ship in one hour.
	KPI OceanConnect launches podcast series on bunker markets and geopolitical risk Marine fuel supplier debuts audio series examining commodity markets, trade route disruptions and Middle East tensions.
	Auramarine to host webinar on biofuels as a marine decarbonisation solution Finnish firm's May event will explore current biofuel options and integration strategies for vessels.
	Malik adds bunker trader, technology head and canteen worker Danish marine fuels group expands team with three appointments across commercial, technical and operational functions.
	AET outlines multi-fuel decarbonisation strategy at Marine Money 2026 Tanker operator highlights innovative commercial arrangements with charterers to share decarbonisation risks and rewards.
	Titan Clean Fuels completes first FuelEU Maritime pooling exercise with DNV verification Pool included several hundred vessels, with LNG and biomethane helping balance compliance deficits.
	ClassNK grants world-first approval for ammonia-fuelled bulk carrier with Type B fuel tanks Japanese classification society issues AiP for Panamax design with tanks installed on exposed deck.
	EmissionLink warns UK ETS preparations at risk amid Strait of Hormuz focus Maritime emissions compliance provider says regulatory deadline cannot be delayed despite geopolitical disruptions.
	FortisBC completes 10,000th LNG bunkering operation for marine vessels Canadian utility reaches refuelling milestone as West Coast LNG marine fuel demand grows.