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The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) was formed in 1992 to provide an international forum to address the concerns of all sectors of the bunker industry. The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) is an international organisation with members in over 70 countries worldwide. Members comprise Shipowners, Charterer s, Bunker Suppliers, Traders, Brokers, Barging Companies, Storage Companies, Surveyors, Port Authorities, Lawyers, Protection and Indemnity Clubs and Maritime Consultants.
EDITORIAL SYNOPSIS Spring 2015 SPECIAL FEATURES Traders The OW Bunker collapse has sent shock waves through the bunkering industry. What impact will the failure of such a big player have? Will there be other casualties?
The International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA) is an association dedicated to its membership. It reflects members’ wishes and reacts to their needs – World Bunkering is the official journal of IBIA and a prime communication solution in complying with this vital requirement.
Fuel Quantity
Aims of the Association • To provide an international forum to address the concerns of all sectors of the international bunker industry.
The lubricant manufacturers are all responding to the now complex needs of ship operators coping with slow steaming and fuel switching, but there are different approaches.
• To improve and clarify industry practices and documentation.
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• To represent the industry in discussions with relevant governmental and non-governmental bodies and to make the concerns of the industry known to such bodies.
As the drive for fuel efficiency continues the use of information technology inevitably increases. We take a look at what is on offer.
• To assist members in the event of disputes by identifying the options and exploring the alternatives open to them and eventually to provide a panel of suitably experienced mediators and arbitrators. • To increase the professional understanding and competence of those working in the industry. World Bunkering is circulated on a name and title basis to:
As the introduction of the mandatory use of mass flow meters in Singapore draws nearer we look at the flow meter market and ask the question; “Should most ships be equipped with flow meters?”
Lubricants
Geographical Focus: Northern Europe The big story in the region is the introduction of the 0.10% sulphur limit. How robustly will the new limits be enforced in the early months of the New Year.
Indian Subcontinent Our annual survey of this important region, with separate reports on India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
Members of the International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA): leading shipowners, ship-management companies, ports and members of the Baltic Exchange.
RUSSIAN UPDATE
Distribution throughout the world
REGULAR FEATURES
Northern Europe 29% North and South America 20% Asia Pacific, Middle East 22% Scandinavia and the Baltic 15% Mediterranean, Southern Europe and Russia 14%
News, Views, Analysis.
Interview, Industry News, Environment, Testing, LNG, Risk Management, Innovation, Legal News, Equipment and Services, Diary.
EVENT PREVIEWS Fujcon IBIA Regional Forum in Gibraltar.
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