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Fuel Oil

How China is plugging energy supply gaps left by U.S.-Iran conflict

China secured roughly half of its total imports of crude oil, refined fuels, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the Middle East in 2025.

Australia, Singapore leaders pledge closer energy ties to tackle global supply shock

The leaders said they agreed to ensure the flow of essential supplies including diesel and LNG, making "maximum efforts" to boost their energy security.

Five EU countries call for windfall tax on energy companies

Such a measure could help fund relief for consumers in the face of high energy prices and be a signal that "we stand united and are able to take action", they said.

Nigeria's Dangote refinery boosts exports to ease Africa's supply crunch

Fuel prices in oil-producing Nigeria have reached record-high levels, industry figures show, as maximum output from Dangote refinery has not offset the impact of high crude prices.

Russia's Novatek to maximize naphtha exports in March amid Asia shortage

Rising production in Ust-Luga and easing ice conditions in the Baltic Sea will allow Novatek to boost naphtha exports to Asian markets, where supply challenges due to the Gulf conflict have sent prices to record highs.

Taiwan's Formosa Petchem issues force majeure as Iran war disrupts feedstock delivery

For refined fuel products such as diesel, jet fuel and gasoline, the company is still proceeding with its export deliveries for March and April, although there is likely to be no spot availability for April.

Russia to send crude oil and fuel to Cuba soon, Izvestia reports

Cuba is grappling with fuel shortages after the U.S. moved to choke off its oil supplies. The communist-run island has warned international airlines that jet fuel will no longer be available, the latest sign of fast-worsening conditions.

EIA: U.S. crude stocks increase by most in a year after storm hit refining, exports

U.S. crude stocks rose last week as refining and export activity slowed during a winter storm last month, while domestic output started to recover from the freeze.

Record January fuel oil exports from Kuwait's al-Zour refinery weigh on Asian market

The surge in supply from Kuwait, a major fuel oil exporter, will boost availability in bunkering hubs such as Singapore and weigh on prices in Asia.

ARA gasoline stocks increase 15%

Gasoline stocks independently held in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) refining and storage hub rose by 15% on the week to their highest in eight months.