The Kirkik-Ceyhan pipeline has been subject to intermittent stoppages in the last month due to frequent attacks. The effects of these delays have been temporarily positive for Download File [PDF]

Dirty tanker rates are in a well-documented and, for owners, tiring slump that leaves earnings levels well below their peaks seen almost five years ago now. VLCC rates Download File[PDF]

With less than 18 months until the next deadline for the reduction in permitted sulphur content in marine fuel, many owners could be spending their summer holidays thinking about Download File [PDF]

The current heat wave on both US coasts makes the idea of going anywhere, with the exception of the beach, an unappealing task. Nevertheless Download File[PDF]

Effective July 1st, South Korea, the fifth largest buyer of crude cargoes in the world, confirmed the elimination of tax rebates on refined product exports sourced from Download File[PDF]

July marks the 2nd birthday of the world's newest country, South Sudan, when it gained independence from Sudan. At the time the two countries divided, South Sudan took with it 75% of Download File [PDF]

Situational awareness requires that people know their surroundings and the risks inherent therein. In a crowded theater, one should always Download File[PDF]

The biggest story in 2013 (so far) has been the huge investment in newbuilding demand for MRs and LR2s with owners placing their bets on the bright future of long haul products as new refinery capacity in the Middle East is about to gain pace.Download File [PDF]

Over the last decade, China’s consumption of oil has grown more rapidly than any other nation. Its lead has single handedly supported incremental demand for VLCCs Download File[PDF]

The domestic tanker industry in the United States is finding support from the boost in the nation’s crude oil production. After falling to 5 million b/d in Download File[PDF]