April, 2026
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Wed01Apr
DNV data shows 45 alternative-capable ships ordered in Q1 2026, compared to 73 a year ago.
March Alternative-Fuelled Newbuild Orders Shrink to Five: DNV
Wed01Apr
VPS says that no operational issues have been reported from vessels using these fuels so far.
VPS Finds Elevated Shale Oil Components in Singapore VLSFO
Wed01Apr
One of the projectiles caused a fire that has since been extinguished, while the second failed to detonate.
Tanker Attacked by Two Projectiles Off Qatar
Wed01Apr
CEO Jotaro Tamura says crew safety remains the top priority amid ongoing Hormuz disruption.
Hormuz Disruption an 'Urgent Issue' for Operations, Says MOL CEO
Wed01Apr
India highlights progress on green methanol and hydrogen infrastructure as part of wider port decarbonisation efforts.
Indian Shipping Ministry Details Alternative Fuel Bunkering Push at Ports
Wed01Apr
CEO Rolf Habben Jansen says higher bunker costs have primarily driven the increase.
Hapag-Lloyd Sees $40-50 Million Weekly Cost Surge Amid Iran Conflict
Wed01Apr
The 114,000 DWT vessel has been built at Hengli Shipyard in Dalian.
Wah Kwong Takes Delivery of LNG-Ready LR2 Tanker
Wed01Apr
The funding will support the construction of a methanol dual-fuel vessel set for delivery in 2027.
IINO Lines Secures Mizuho Financing for Methanol-Fuelled VLCC
Wed01Apr
Hiring has shifted from routine roles to urgent, specialised needs.
Market Disruption has Changed Bunker Trader Recruitment Needs
Wed01Apr
The outgoing and incoming chairs discuss IBIA's recent evolution and plans for the future, including its new Bunker Buyers' Working Group
INTERVIEW: Adrian Tolson Takes Over as IBIA Chairman from Constantinos Capetanakis