FOBAS alerts on UK ports exceeding ISO 8217 limits
FOBAS tested several samples from UK ports, Belfast and Fishguard with TSP results exceeding the ISO8217 specification limit of 0.10% m/m.
Read moreDetailsFOBAS tested several samples from UK ports, Belfast and Fishguard with TSP results exceeding the ISO8217 specification limit of 0.10% m/m.
Read moreDetailsMaritec explained the ISO 8217:2024 version that included test parameters to measure FAME content, energy content and oxidation stability.
Read moreDetailsLloyd's Register (LR) and Metcore have introduced a certification service to ensure the reliability of fuel measurements using Mass Flow Meters (MFM).
Read moreDetailsAs the global marine fuel mix grows, becoming more varied and consequently more complex in terms of fuel management, there is a potential increasing risk to vessels, crew and the environment, from the possible impact of poor-quality fuels, argues Steve Bee, Group Commercial Director, VPS.
Read moreDetailsLloyd’s Register (LR) continues to shed light on the evolving marine fuel landscape in its latest FOBAS Fuel Insight report, emphasizing the critical role that fuel quality and regulatory compliance play in the maritime industry.
Read moreDetailsThe eagerly awaited ISO 8217:2024 standard has been published and is available for purchase on ISO's official website. Bill Stamatopoulos, Global Business Development Director at VeriFuel, highlights the advantages of this new edition and explains the substantial changes it brings to fuel grades and parameters.
Read moreDetailsOn May 30rd, the ISO announced that the eagerly awaited ISO 8217:2024 is now published and can be purchased from their website. This marine fuel specification standard has undergone significant revision taking the industry needs into consideration as well as most recent industry experience and knowledge.
Read moreDetailsAfter consideration of the lack of regulatory framework within the bunker industry to control the supply of fuels intended for other purposes, IMO’s MSC committee at its 106th meeting proposed amendments that are expected to enter into effect on 01 January 2026.
Read moreDetailsVPS informs that two vessels had received contaminated fuel in Singapore, other than the twelve in Houston, raising the number to fourteen vessels in total.
Read moreDetailsThe UK P&I Club says they have been made aware of an issue with contaminated fuel in Houston, Texas, during the period of March-May 2023. VPS confirmed they found the presence of DCPD at high levels in VLSFO bunker fuel deliveries in the area.
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