April, 2026
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Fri03Apr
The impact on bunker prices of the first month of the Middle East conflict has varied widely in different regions.
ANALYSIS: Bunker Price Impact of First Month of Middle East Conflict
Thu02Apr
Meanwhile, OPEC may release more oil to compensate for Hormuz closure.
WTI Hits 6 Year High As Investors Now Doubt Trump's Vow to End Iran War Soon
Thu02Apr
President Trump signalled that US military actions against Iran may continue for the next 2-3 weeks.
Crude Futures Jump as President Trump Signals Weeks of Iran Strikes Ahead
Wed01Apr
Birol warns that the real crunch will begin this month.
Oil Plummets On Signs U.S./Iran War May Soon End, But Global Crunch Will Worsen: IEA
Wed01Apr
IBIA may intervene to warn against panic buying if concerns over supply disruption become too overblown, its outgoing and incoming chairmen tell Ship & Bunker.
IBIA Warns of Risk of Overstating Middle East Supply Problems
Wed01Apr
The class society and flag states forum says the guidelines will support the uptake of WAPS.
MTF Issues Safety Guidance for Wind-Assisted Ships
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
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
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
Hiring has shifted from routine roles to urgent, specialised needs.
Market Disruption has Changed Bunker Trader Recruitment Needs