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MABUX ARA LNG Bunker Index
Port LNG$/mton MGO LS$/mton Date
ARA
850.00
+133.50
1 023.00
+3.00
Mar 2
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Port	LNG$/mton	MGO LS$/mton	Date
ARA	850.00	+133.50	1 023.00	+3.00	Mar 2

MABUX Global Bunker Index

380HSFO$/mton		VLS FO$/mton		MGO LS$/mton		Date
586.70	+11.13	677.84	+7.53	1 051.52	+8.34	Mar 5

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All Indexes in $/mton	380HSFO			VLS FO			MGO LS			Date
All Indexes in $/mton	MBP Index	DBP Index	MDI	MBP Index	DBP Index	MDI	MBP Index	DBP Index	MDI	Date
Rotterdam	558	518	+40	605	575	+30	1 023	1 015	+8	Mar 5
Singapore	604	519	+85	675	623	+52	1 090	1 008	+82	Mar 5
Fujairah	576	479	+97	673	612	+61	1 130	1 071	+59	Mar 5
Houston	478	478	0	587	552	+35	978	961	+17	Mar 5

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Latest News
- 2026-03-05
  Oil jumps more than 3% on supply concerns as Iran conflict widens
  Oil prices jumped more than 3% on Thursday, extending a rally as the escalating U.S.-Israeli war with Iran disrupted supplies and shipping, driving some major producers in the Middle East to reduce output. Brent crude was up $2.92, or 3.59%, at $84.32... Read more Oil prices jumped more than 3% on Thursday, extending a rally as the escalating U.S.-Israeli war with Iran disrupted supplies and shipping, driving some major producers in the Middle East to reduce output.
  Brent crude was up $2.92, or 3.59%, at $84.32 per barrel by 11:43 a.m. EST (1643GMT), a fifth session of gains. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose $4.40, or 5.89%, to $79.06.
  U.S. crude futures rose more than 7% during the session to reach their highest since January 2025.
  Donald Trump told Axios on Thursday that he needs to be personally involved in selecting Iran’s next leader.
  "Khamenei’s son is unacceptable to me. We want someone that will bring harmony and peace to Iran," Axios quoted Trump as saying in an interview.
  "I have to be involved in the appointment, like with Delcy in Venezuela," Trump said.
  Missile attacks hit eastern Tehran, Iran’s ISNA news agency reported, and sirens rang in Dubai as war continued to spill over across the region.
  Crude oil supplies from Iraq and Kuwait could start shutting within days if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, potentially cutting 3.3 million barrels per day by day eight of the conflict, JPMorgan analysts said in a note.
  Around a fifth of global oil flows through the Strait.
  "Crude prices are going to be very sensitive to the Strait’s closure as eventually production in the exporting areas will slow and if this persists into next week, the eventual re-starting of production and re-vamping of shipping once the Strait is re-opened will also take time to get back online," said Dennis Kissler, senior vice president of trading at BOK Financial.
  
  Iraq, the second-largest crude producer in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, has cut output by nearly 1.5 million bpd for lack of storage and an export route, officials told Reuters.
  Qatar, the biggest liquefied natural gas producer in the Gulf, declared force majeure on gas exports on Wednesday, with sources saying a return to normal production volumes may take at least a month.
  CONTINUED ATTACKS ON OIL TANKERS
  Attacks on oil tankers continued on Thursday in the Gulf, as the Bahamas-flagged crude oil tanker Sonangol Namibe reported its hull was breached after a blast near Iraq’s port of Khor al Zubair.
  Those attacks, along with Chinese measures to reduce fuel exports, pushed prices higher, said UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo. The refined product market is also showing signs of stress due to missing Middle East exports, he added.
  Some oil refineries in the Middle East, China and India shut their crude units because of the raging conflict in the Middle East.
  As a result of a lower supply outlook in fuel markets, U.S. diesel futures were trading at their highest level since January 2023, at around $3.54 a gallon.
  Around 300 oil tankers remained inside the Strait of Hormuz after vessel traffic in and out of the chokepoint nearly halted following the outbreak of war, according to ship tracking data from Vortexa and Kpler that excludes some of the smallest tankers.
  
  Iran launched a wave of missiles at Israel early on Thursday, sending millions of residents into bomb shelters as the conflict entered its sixth day, and just hours after moves to halt the U.S. attacks were blocked in Washington.
  On Wednesday, a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, killing at least 80 people, and NATO air defences destroyed an Iranian ballistic missile fired towards Turkey. Source: Reuters/Investing.com
- 2026-03-05
  MABUX: Market UPDATE
  •⁠ ⁠China has halted the export of all refined oil products. Including bunker fuels. •⁠ ⁠Singapore halted ex-wharf supplies of distillate fuels today 5th March •⁠ ⁠Vietnam has halted the export of all refined oil products •⁠ ⁠Possible that Japan... Read more •⁠ ⁠China has halted the export of all refined oil products. Including bunker fuels.
  •⁠ ⁠Singapore halted ex-wharf supplies of distillate fuels today 5th March
  •⁠ ⁠Vietnam has halted the export of all refined oil products
  •⁠ ⁠Possible that Japan and Korea follow suit.
  Source: MABUX
- 2026-03-05
  The Maritime Standard Announces Launch of AITECH 2026 in Dubai
  The Maritime Standard has announced the launch of TMS AITECH 2026, its dedicated Artificial Intelligence and Technology Conference, which will be held on 14 April 2026 at Taj Exotica Resort, Dubai. TMS AITECH 2026 will explore how artificial intelligence,... Read more The Maritime Standard has announced the launch of TMS AITECH 2026, its dedicated
  Artificial Intelligence and Technology Conference, which will be held on 14 April 2026 at
  Taj Exotica Resort, Dubai.
  TMS AITECH 2026 will explore how artificial intelligence, digitalisation, and advanced
  technologies are transforming global transport and trade, with a special focus on the maritime
  and logistics sectors. The conference will highlight the integration of automation,
  sustainability, and resilience in operational decision-making, where intelligence enhances
  both efficiency and environmental responsibility. From autonomous vessels and smart port
  operations to green shipping corridors and AI-powered emissions monitoring, the event will
  showcase innovative solutions that are redefining competitiveness, safety, and sustainability
  across the transport value chain.
  The event will bring together senior representatives from ship owning companies, port
  authorities, logistics organisations, technology providers, regulatory bodies, and investment
  groups. Through keynote presentations and expert panel discussions, the programme will
  provide practical insight into how digital transformation is being implemented across fleets,
  ports, supply chains, and multimodal transport networks.
  Trevor Pereira, Managing Director of The Maritime Standard, said that TMS AITECH 2026
  has been designed to provide a focused platform for industry leaders to exchange knowledge
  and share real-world experiences. He noted that artificial intelligence and advanced
  technologies are no longer future concepts but are already shaping operational models and
  competitive strategies across the maritime and transport sectors.
  The conference will address key themes including the operationalisation of AI at scale,
  cybersecurity and data governance, predictive maintenance, smart port development, digital
  twins, automation, and the role of technology in supporting decarbonisation and regulatory
  compliance. Speakers will include senior executives, technology specialists, and
  policymakers with direct experience in deploying AI and digital solutions in complex
  operational environments.
  TMS AITECH forms part of The Maritime Standard’s 2026 international events calendar,
  which also includes the TMS Global Awards to be held in London on 7 July 2026. Together,
  these events aim to support knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration across the
  global maritime and transport community.
  Registration details and further information about the conference programme are available at
  https://tmsaitechconference.com/ Source: Maritime Standard
- 2026-03-05
  Pilbara Ports and Yara Pilbara partnering on ammonia bunkering
  Pilbara Ports and Yara Pilbara have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which they will work to establish a low-carbon ammonia bunkering hub in Australia’s Pilbara region. In a statement issued today (5 March), Pilbara Ports said the organisations... Read more
- 2026-03-05
  Japan-New Zealand Hydrogen Corridor established
  Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), OBAYASHI, Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Chiyoda have established a Japan–New Zealand Hydrogen Corridor and announced they will study the commercialisation of green hydrogen production in New Zealand and export operations to... Read more
- 2026-03-05
  IMO NZF delay impacting investment but urgency remains, MMMCZCS industry survey shows
  A survey of the maritime industry by the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) has found that 44% of respondents report that the postponement of the IMO Net-Zero Framework (NZF) has had a high impact on current or planned investments,... Read more
- 2026-03-05
  NYK and JMU ink tanker shipbuilding contract with new evaluation method for propulsion performance
  NYK and Japan Marine United Corporation (JMU) have today (5 March) agreed to incorporate a new evaluation method into the construction contract for a crude oil tanker scheduled for delivery this month. As previously reported by ship.energy, the companies... Read more
- 2026-03-05
  ENEX looking to expand bunkering services in Chilean ports
  Chilean supplier Empresa Nacional de Energía (ENEX) has informed ship.energy that it is considering options to increase its marine service in response to growing bunker demand. Speaking to ship.energy yesterday (4 March), ENEX’s Bunker Manager Juan... Read more
- 2026-03-05
  MABUX: Bunker Weekly Outlook, Week 10, 2026.
  Global bunker indices (MABUX) recorded a sharp increase in Week 10, driven primarily by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which significantly impacted energy markets. The 380 HSFO index surged by USD 112.58, rising from USD 452.64/MT... Read more Global bunker indices (MABUX) recorded a sharp increase in Week 10, driven primarily by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which significantly impacted energy markets. The 380 HSFO index surged by USD 112.58, rising from USD 452.64/MT last week to USD 565.22/MT, comfortably exceeding the USD 500.00 threshold. The VLSFO index also posted a substantial gain of USD 108.59, increasing from USD 548.34/MT to USD 656.93/MT. The most pronounced growth was observed in the MGO LS segment, where the index climbed by USD 205.02, from USD 815.19/MT to USD 1,020.21/MT. This marks the first time the MGO LS index has surpassed the USD 1,000.00 level since October 16, 2023. At the time of writing, however, the global bunker market has begun to show signs of a corrective downward trend following the sharp upward movement.
  
  The MABUX Global Scrubber Spread (SS)—the price differential between 380 HSFO and VLSFO—narrowed slightly by USD 3.99, declining from USD 97.70 last week to USD 91.71. Despite this reduction, the spread remained close to the psychological USD 100.00 breakeven threshold for scrubber economics, while the weekly average of the index increased by USD 4.14. In Rotterdam, the SS Spread remained largely stable, decreasing marginally by USD 1.00 to USD 51.00 compared to USD 52.00 in the previous week, while the weekly average in the port also declined by USD 1.00. In Singapore, by contrast, the 380 HSFO/VLSFO spread continued to widen, rising by USD 21.00 from USD 74.00 last week to USD 95.00, approaching the USD 100.00 level. The weekly average spread in Singapore also increased significantly, gaining USD 19.00. Overall, the SS Spread ended the week with mixed dynamics across major bunkering hubs, reflecting heightened volatility in the global bunker market. Nevertheless, the spread remained below the USD 100.00 threshold, indicating that VLSFO continues to retain stronger economic competitiveness compared to the 380 HSFO + scrubber combination. Given the ongoing escalation of the Middle East conflict and its potential impact on energy supply expectations, the SS Spread may continue to demonstrate divergent movements across regional markets in the coming week. More detailed information is available in the “Differentials” section on mabux.com.
  
  The Istanbul ECA Spread (ES) ended the week with a sharp increase, rising by USD 125.00 from USD 100.00 last week to USD 225.00, while the weekly average advanced by USD 42.50. In Venice, the ECA Spread showed only marginal changes. The index edged down slightly by USD 2.00, from USD 92.00 to USD 90.00, while the weekly average recorded a modest increase of USD 1.33. The sharp rise in the Istanbul ES index primarily reflects a surge in diesel prices across the regional bunker market amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East, which have intensified volatility and tightened supply expectations in the distillate segment. Given the current geopolitical environment and the sensitivity of diesel prices to regional supply disruptions, the ECA Spread may retain potential for further gains in the coming week. More detailed information is available in the “Differentials” section on mabux.com.
  
  QatarEnergy, Qatar’s state-owned energy major, has suspended all liquefied natural gas (LNG) production following Iranian drone strikes on key facilities, effectively removing approximately 20% of global LNG supply from the market. This unprecedented disruption represents a severe supply shock with immediate and potentially structural implications for global gas markets. Europe appears particularly exposed under these conditions. Gas inventories entering the shoulder season were already below the levels that had previously underpinned market confidence. The sudden loss of Qatari volumes significantly tightens the supply-demand balance, limiting Europe’s flexibility ahead of the next injection cycle. At the same time, Asian buyers are likely to compete aggressively for any available spot cargoes.
  
  As of March 3, the level of gas reserves in European underground storage facilities continued to decline, falling to 29.89% of total capacity, down a further 0.70 percentage points compared to the previous week. Storage levels are now 31.57 percentage points lower than at the beginning of the year, when inventories stood at 61.46% on January 1, 2026, reflecting sustained withdrawals during the winter period and limited replenishment. Against this backdrop, the European gas benchmark TTF recorded a sharp increase by the end of week 10, rising by EUR 23.399/MWh, from EUR 30.891/MWh in the previous week to EUR 54.290/MWh. As a result, the benchmark surpassed the EUR 50/MWh threshold, indicating a significant tightening in the regional gas market and heightened price volatility amid declining storage levels and growing geopolitical uncertainties affecting energy supply expectations.
  
  The price of LNG as a bunker fuel at the port of Sines (Portugal) decreased marginally by USD 1.00 week-on-week, reaching USD 774/MT compared to USD 775/MT the previous week. At the same time, the price differential between LNG and conventional fuel widened significantly in favor of LNG, expanding to USD 165. As of March 2, MGO LS at the port of Sines was quoted at USD 939/MT, reflecting a temporary upswing in bunker prices driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Further details are available in the “LNG Bunkering” section on mabux.com.
  
  High volatility in the global bunker market has significantly altered the trends of the MABUX Market Differential Index (MDI)—which measures the ratio between market bunker prices (MBP) and the MABUX digital bunker benchmark (DBP)—across the world’s major bunkering hubs: Rotterdam, Singapore, Fujairah, and Houston.:
  
  • 380 HSFO segment: Rotterdam and Singapore moved into the overvaluation zone, joining Fujairah, with the average weekly MDI increasing by 35 points in Rotterdam, 30 points in Singapore, and 25 points in Fujairah. Houston remained the only port in the undervalued zone, with its average MDI decreasing by 33 points over the week. At the same time, Rotterdam’s MDI remained close to the 100% correlation level between MBP and DBP, indicating that market prices in the port remain broadly aligned with the digital benchmark despite the recent volatility.
  
  • VLSFO segment: Fujairah’s MDI reached the 100% correlation level between market prices and the digital benchmark, while the other major hubs shifted into the overvalued zone. Premiums increased notably, with the MDI rising by 32 points in Rotterdam, 47 points in Singapore, and 32 points in Houston. Rotterdam’s MDI also remained close to the 100% correlation threshold, suggesting that pricing dynamics there continue to track the digital benchmark relatively closely.
  
  • MGO LS segment: all monitored ports remained in the undervalued zone, although the MDI declined further across the board. The weekly average fell by 24 points in Rotterdam, 22 points in Singapore, 4 points in Fujairah, and 54 points in Houston.
  
  Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz triggered a sharp rise in bunker prices, pushing the MDI into the overvalued zone in both the 380 HSFO and VLSFO segments. The current trend toward fuel revaluation continues to develop, and if the upward price momentum persists, the MGO LS segment may also shift into the overvalued zone in the coming week. Overall, the prevailing market conditions suggest that fuel overvaluation may remain the dominant trend in the global bunker market in the near term. More detailed information on the correlation between market bunker prices and the MABUX digital benchmark is available in the “Digital Bunker Prices” section on mabux.com.
  
  From 1 March 2026, the Canadian Arctic and the Norwegian Sea were officially designated as new Emission Control Areas (ECAs), following amendments to MARPOL Annex VI adopted at IMO MEPC 84 in October 2024. Although the ECAs formally entered into force on that date, the key operational requirement — the mandatory use of marine fuel with a sulphur content not exceeding 0.10% — will become applicable from 1 March 2027. The 12-month transitional period is intended to facilitate adjustments in fuel supply logistics and bunker market readiness. The Canadian Arctic ECA represents an extension of the existing North American ECA, now encompassing all Canadian Arctic waters. Similarly, the Norwegian Sea ECA expands the geographical scope of the current North Sea ECA, covering Norwegian waters up to the Russian maritime border. As a result, the geographical footprint of global 0.10% sulphur-compliant zones will increase further, reinforcing regional decarbonisation and air quality objectives. In addition to sulphur limits, the amendments introduce Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Tier III requirements for certain categories of newbuild vessels operating within these ECAs. Under the revised framework, marine diesel engines with a rated power output exceeding 130 kW must comply with Tier III emission standards. Overall, the expansion of ECAs in these regions signals a further tightening of regional emission controls, with medium-term implications for fuel demand patterns, fleet renewal strategies and compliance cost structures.
  
  The escalation of armed conflict in the Middle East has significantly intensified geopolitical tensions, triggering a sharp rise in bunker fuel prices across the global market. As long as the conflict persists and uncertainty surrounding regional energy supply remains high, the bunker market is likely to stay highly volatile, which may continue to exert upward pressure on global bunker indices.
  Source: MABUX
- 2026-03-05
  Oil leaps 3% on supply concerns as Iran conflict widens
  Oil prices surged more than 3% on Thursday, extending a rally as the escalating U.S.-Israeli war with Iran raised fears of prolonged disruptions to vital Middle East oil and gas supplies. Brent crude advanced $2.65, or 3.26%, to $83.99 per barrel by... Read more Oil prices surged more than 3% on Thursday, extending a rally as the escalating U.S.-Israeli war with Iran raised fears of prolonged disruptions to vital Middle East oil and gas supplies.
  Brent crude advanced $2.65, or 3.26%, to $83.99 per barrel by 0520 GMT, a fifth session of gains. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose $2.76, or 3.70%, to $77.42.
  Crude oil markets remained on edge as they face ongoing risks to supply following the attacks in the Middle East and concerns are centred on the flow of supply through the Strait of Hormuz, ANZ analysts said in a note on Thursday.
  Iran launched a wave of missiles at Israel early on Thursday, sending millions of residents into bomb shelters as the conflict entered its sixth day and just hours after moves to halt the U.S. air assault were blocked in Washington.
  On Wednesday, a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, killing at least 80 people, and NATO air defences destroyed an Iranian ballistic missile fired towards Turkey.
  Iranian forces have struck oil tankers in or near the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions were reported near a tanker off Kuwait, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations.
  The escalation came as the powerful son of Iran’s slain supreme leader emerged as a frontrunner to succeed him, suggesting Tehran was not about to buckle to pressure, five days after the United States and Israel launched a military campaign that has killed hundreds and convulsed global markets.
  
  Iraq, the second-largest crude producer in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, has cut output by nearly 1.5 million barrels a day for lack of storage and an export route, officials told Reuters.
  Qatar, the biggest liquefied natural gas producer in the Gulf, declared force majeure on gas exports on Wednesday, with sources saying a return to normal production volumes may take at least a month.
  Two oil traders said they held bullish expectations for oil prices as a quick resolution to this war seemed unlikely.
  At least 200 ships, including oil and liquefied natural gas tankers as well as cargo ships, remained at anchor in open waters off the coast of major Gulf producers including Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, according to Reuters estimates based on ship-tracking data from the MarineTraffic platform.
  Hundreds of other vessels remained outside Hormuz unable to reach ports, shipping data showed. The waterway is a key artery for around a fifth of the world’s oil and LNG supply.
  China’s government has asked companies to suspend signing new contracts to export refined fuel, and to try and cancel shipments already committed, industry and trade sources said on Thursday.
  Source: Reuters/Investing.com

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