Gard: VLSFO bunker deterioration challenges
The maritime industry has seen a significant shift toward dual-fuel vessels, however, the transition has brought new bunker management challenges, particularly for Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), according to Gard Club.
Dual-fuel vessels typically operate with a choice between VLSFO and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), with charterers often opting for LNG due to economic incentives. This creates a scenario where VLSFO bunkers remain stored for extended periods, increasing the risk of deterioration.
The latest CIMAC 2024 guidelines reiterate that VLSFO may degrade faster than traditional High Sulfur Fuel Oil (HSFO) and recommends that consumption should happen ideally within six
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