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Mid‑2025 Newbuilding Outlook
Mid‑2025 Newbuilding Outlook Segment‑by‑Segment Guide to Vessels Entering the Market
FD&A Department
Jun 13 min read


US Gulf | Tariffs, Tankers & Trends 2025
Amid ongoing volatility, here’s a comprehensive MBIEC analysis—complete with vessel‑level rate dashboards and scenario models—to project the impact of the upcoming USTR fee regime on Gulf trade and global tanker economics over the 12‑month horizon.
FD&A Department
May 313 min read


US Gulf | Tanker Analysis May 2025
Here’s a detailed MBIEC update on vessel-level rate estimates, Gulf bunker supply schedules, and a comparative model for tanker rates vs. Atlantic routes:
FD&A Department
May 312 min read


Singapore’s role in the context of shifting trade dynamics
A deep dive into how Singapore’s role as a leading bunkering hub is evolving in the context of reduced container spot rates and shifting trade dynamics.
FD&A Department
May 313 min read


U.S. Gulf Maritime Bunker Market
MBIEC-focused outlook on the U.S. Gulf maritime bunker market — examining bunkering, oil tankers, dry bulk, and offshore support vessels...
FD&A Department
May 313 min read


Forecast: Container Shipping Outlook | June–December 2025
Following a volatile H1 driven by tariff shocks and front-loaded cargoes, the container shipping sector now faces a period of structural correction and realignment.
FD&A Department
May 303 min read


Container Shipping Summary | January –May 2025
Since January 2025, the impact of the new broad-based U.S. tariffs—including the “Liberation Day” 10–50% universal tariffs and the dramatic 145% on Chinese goods (later reduced to 30%)—has been profound for container shipping.
FD&A Department
May 233 min read


Overview of EUA Market 2024-2027
MBIEC forecast model linking projected shipping EUA demand with carbon prices and associated compliance costs from 2024 through 2027.

Michael Bergendorff
May 62 min read


EU ETS Maritime Summary January 2024 - May 2025
MBIEC-style analysis of the EU ETS development from January 2024 to May 2025

Michael Bergendorff
May 53 min read


Guidelines for Establishing a Bunker Trading Entity in the USA
This guideline is tailored to establishing a new bunker trading company in the USA, especially with a foreign parent company. Bunker trading has specific legal, tax, compliance, and maritime layers, so the checklist here focuses on what matters most in fuel trading, shipping, and international payments.

Michael Bergendorff
Apr 296 min read


2024 Annual Report Summary; Oil, Gas & Shipping
The Annual Report Summary of the market from April 1st 2024 to March 31st 2025. 1. 📈 Global Oil & Gas Market Developments Supply &...
FD&A Department
Apr 14 min read


Q1 2025 Maritime Oil & Gas Summary
MBIEC-style Oil & Gas Report for Q1 2025 (January–March 2025), focusing on maritime trade lanes, security disruptions, regulation, and industry adaptation:
FD&A Department
Apr 14 min read


Q4 2024 Maritime Oil & Gas Summary
MBIEC‑style Oil & Gas Report for Q4 2024 (October–December), consolidating key maritime trade lane developments, regulatory momentum, and industry adaptations:
FD&A Department
Jan 23 min read


Maritime Oil & Gas Summary September 2024
MBIEC‑style Oil & Gas Report for September 1–30, 2024, focusing on maritime trade lanes, conflict-driven disruptions, regulatory advances, and industry resilience:
FD&A Department
Oct 1, 20243 min read


Maritime Oil & Gas Report for July 2024
MBIEC‑style Oil & Gas Report for July 1–31, 2024 , specifically highlighting maritime trade lanes, regulatory updates, and sector...
FD&A Department
Aug 2, 20243 min read


Maritime Oil & Gas Report for June 2024
MBIEC‑style Oil & Gas Report for June 1–30, 2024, with a focus on maritime trade lanes, regulatory changes, and sector responses:
FD&A Department
Jul 1, 20244 min read


Oil & Gas Report for May 2024
Here’s the MBIEC‑style Oil & Gas Report for May 2024 , spotlighting maritime disruptions, trade lane adjustments, regulatory updates, and...
FD&A Department
Jun 2, 20243 min read



ABCAP USA
Dec 5, 20232 min read


The Green Wave of Renewable Biofuel from Used Cooking Oils
used cooking oils

ABCAP USA
Dec 5, 20233 min read


The Impact of EU ETS on Maritime Shipping in 2024
In a landmark move to address climate change, the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) is set to extend its reach to the...

ABCAP USA
Nov 20, 20232 min read
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