Policy, Sanctions & Emissions
IMO Council backs second term for Dominguez through 2031
Assembly approval is still required as the shipping regulator faces divisions over emissions rules and pressure on maritime security.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
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Small-Scale & Bunkering
Alkagesta agrees Energy Petrol acquisition with eight bunkering vessels
The Turkish marine fuel deal marks Alkagesta’s entry into vessel ownership and adds leased storage capacity at Gebze.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Policy, Sanctions & Emissions
TotalEnergies expands methane partnerships in Malaysia, Angola and India
Cooperation with Petronas, Sonangol and Oil India covers technology evaluation, emissions monitoring and potential decarbonisation measures.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Global Cargo Flows
IEA chief sees energy security pressures lasting into 2027 as LNG spending rises
US LNG investment is expected to rise nearly fourfold in 2026 as supply disruptions push governments to diversify energy sources and delivery routes.
Newsdesk2 min readAggregated
Small-Scale & Bunkering
Alkagesta links Zhoushan conference visit to China marine fuels business
The trader said its participation in IPEC 2026 supported its China business development and wider petroleum products and biofuels activities.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Global Cargo Flows
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IEA chief sees energy security pressures lasting into 2027 as LNG spending rises
US LNG investment is expected to rise nearly fourfold in 2026 as supply disruptions push governments to diversify energy sources and delivery routes.
Newsdesk2 min readAggregated
Global Cargo Flows
Fujairah accounts for 28% of waiting dry bulk ships in Gulf port sample
Supramaxes dominate Fujairah’s waiting fleet as regional vessel queues remain well above year-earlier levels.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Ship recyclers face tight vessel supply as Pakistan steel imports halt
Weekly assessments point to resilient buying interest in Bangladesh and Pakistan, while Indian and Turkish recycling markets remain broadly steady.
Newsdesk29 October 2026Aggregated
Alkavex targets African steel demand as Chinese exports reach record levels
Alkagesta’s steel trading arm sees growth opportunities in Africa while highlighting freight disruption, financing and trade policy risks.
Newsdesk27 October 2026Aggregated
Spot Markets & Contracts
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Spot Markets & Contracts
Valaris adds $220 million in offshore rig contracts and extensions
New work spans Suriname, Australia and the North Sea as the drilling contractor also sells two rigs for recycling.
Newsdesk2 min readAggregated
Spot Markets & Contracts
Alkagesta cites over $1bn in banking support at Malta partners summit
The commodity trader brought banks, clearing partners and local stakeholders together to discuss trade finance, risk management and Malta’s trading role.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Alkagesta discusses Ukrainian fuel supply at Kyiv retail industry event
The trader’s meetings at PROкачай АЗС 2026 covered procurement, delivery arrangements and potential long-term partnerships with filling station networks.
Newsdesk28 September 2026Aggregated
Small-Scale & Bunkering
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Alkagesta agrees Energy Petrol acquisition with eight bunkering vessels
The Turkish marine fuel deal marks Alkagesta’s entry into vessel ownership and adds leased storage capacity at Gebze.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Small-Scale & Bunkering
Alkagesta links Zhoushan conference visit to China marine fuels business
The trader said its participation in IPEC 2026 supported its China business development and wider petroleum products and biofuels activities.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Alkagesta links Singapore student outreach to marine fuels growth
The company discussed shipping and commodities careers with Singapore Management University students as it highlighted local recruitment needs.
Newsdesk30 October 2026Aggregated
Alkagesta agrees Energy Petrol acquisition in first move into vessel ownership
The Turkish marine fuel distributor brings eight vessels as Alkagesta extends its trading business into direct supply to end-users.
Newsdesk22 October 2026Aggregated
Infrastructure & Pipeline Links
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Infrastructure & Pipeline Links
OEG orders three offshore wind crew transfer vessels from Diverse Marine
The UK-built vessels are due for delivery in 2027 and are expected to support wind farm construction off England’s east coast.
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Infrastructure & Pipeline Links
Rockhopper commits $44 million to second Sea Lion FPSO stake
The UK producer will use existing cash to fund a 35% interest in OSX-1 for the Falkland Islands oil development.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Policy, Sanctions & Emissions
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IMO Council backs second term for Dominguez through 2031
Assembly approval is still required as the shipping regulator faces divisions over emissions rules and pressure on maritime security.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Policy, Sanctions & Emissions
TotalEnergies expands methane partnerships in Malaysia, Angola and India
Cooperation with Petronas, Sonangol and Oil India covers technology evaluation, emissions monitoring and potential decarbonisation measures.
Newsdesk1 min readAggregated
Alkagesta reports Prague fertiliser talks on carbon rules and gas outlook
European carbon regulation, supply disruptions and energy volatility featured at the Argus Fertilizer Europe Conference 2026, according to Alkagesta.
Newsdesk22 October 2026Aggregated
Rem Offshore’s methanol-ready REM Ocean reaches Norway for outfitting
The subsea construction vessel is due for delivery in 2027 before starting an eight-year DeepOcean contract supporting Equinor.
Newsdesk16 October 2026Aggregated
Alkagesta
International energy trading company active in fuel supply, storage and logistics across Europe, the Mediterranean and beyond.
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Alkagesta agrees Energy Petrol acquisition with eight bunkering vessels
The Turkish marine fuel deal marks Alkagesta’s entry into vessel ownership and adds leased storage capacity at Gebze.
Newsdesk5 November 2026Aggregated
Alkagesta links Zhoushan conference visit to China marine fuels business
The trader said its participation in IPEC 2026 supported its China business development and wider petroleum products and biofuels activities.
Newsdesk30 October 2026Aggregated
Alkagesta links Singapore student outreach to marine fuels growth
The company discussed shipping and commodities careers with Singapore Management University students as it highlighted local recruitment needs.
Newsdesk30 October 2026Aggregated
Alkavex targets African steel demand as Chinese exports reach record levels
Alkagesta’s steel trading arm sees growth opportunities in Africa while highlighting freight disruption, financing and trade policy risks.
Newsdesk27 October 2026Aggregated
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