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The 2013 IBIA Annual Conference in Hong Kong this November will be examining whether or not Asian economic growth will be enough to fuel a global recovery in the bunker markets.

New IBIA CEO asks what members want from their association

Uncertainty over fuels

IBIA appoints new Chief Executive

New Chief Executive to run the organisation from its Southampton headquarters The International Bunker Industry Association's (IBIA) has announced that it is seeking a new Chief Executive to run the organisation from its Southampton headquarters.The 600 member trade association has been run by IBIA board member and maritime arbitrator Trevor Harrison on an interim basis since the resignation of its previous Chief Executive last year.IBIA Chairman Nigel Draffin said:"Representing interests from across the entire marine fuels industry at the highest level represents an exciting opportunity for someone with extensive shipping or oil industry knowledge. The role entails developing and servicing a membership representing all sectors from refiners to shipowners, managing our presence at IMO, advising on strategy and acting as an industry spokesperson."IBIA exists to provide an international forum to address the concerns of all sectors of the international bunker industry; to represent the industry in discussions and negotiations with national and international policy makers, legislators and other groups and bodies; to review, clarify, improve, develop and endorse where appropriate, industry methods, practices and documentation; to increase the professional understanding and competence of all who work in the industry; to provide services and facilities for members and others.IBIA gained consultative ...

International Bunker Industry Association also appoints Dilip Mody as honorary treasurer Meeting in Singapore recently the International Bunker Industry Association's (IBIA) board of directors unanimously agreed to appoint Simon Neo as vice-chairman and Dilip Mody as honorary treasurer for 2012 to 2013.IBIA's procedures mean that Mr Neo, who is executive director of Singapore-based Piroj International, will take over as IBIA chairman in 2013.Current IBIA chairman, Nigel Draffin, said of the appointment: "I am glad to welcome and congratulate Simon Neo on his election to the position of vice chairman of IBIA. I look forward to his advice and guidance during my year as chairman and know from past performance that he will be active and involved in everything that we do. I am also pleased to welcome Dilip Mody to the position of honorary treasurer. Dilip has been a stalwart on the board and with his commercial experience we can be sure that he will carry out the Treasurers duties to the same high standards as his predecessors. For those who say IBIA is a London Club, I would point out that the four officers of the association come from the Americas, Europe, India and the Far East."Mr Mody holds ...

Bunker industry to become more involved in the ongoing discussions on LNG as a fuel at IMO The International Bunker Industry Association's (IBIA) board has taken a formal decision to "become more closely engaged in LNG matters". The move was announced at last week's IBIA's Annual Convention, held in Barcelona, by its acting chief executive Trevor Harrison. He told delegates that the association would become more involved in the ongoing discussions on LNG as a fuel at the International Maritime Organization (IMO).The potential of LNG as a fuel for merchant ships received considerable attention. Several speakers referred to the issue while addressing industry concerns about the 2015 implementation of the 0.1% sulphur content cap in bunkers used within Emission Control Areas (ECAs). In addition one session was entirely devoted to the prospects for widespread use of LNG.While there were some cautionary voices, the focus on LNG reflected IBIA's considered view that now is the time for the bunker industry to become involved in the development of gas powered ships. IBIA board member Nigel Draffin is to work closely with the Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators (SIGTTO) to provide input into the development of IMO's Code for Gas ...