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China' s bunker market is evolving rapidly due to regulatory changes aimed at improving environmental standards, boosting domestic fuel supply and strengthening its position as a global bunkering hub.

Expansion of Bonded Bunker Fuel Supply:

- Zhoushan Free Trade Zone & VAT Exemptions.

- Increase in Domestic LSFO Production.

Zhoushan Port has been aggressively positioning itself as a leading bunkering hub in Asia, aiming to compete with Singapore and Fujairah. To overcome challenges faced by ships bunkering in China, Zhoushan has implemented several strategic initiatives focused on regulatory reforms, infrastructure upgrades and fuel diversification.

 

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Industry Trends in Ship Inspections

The Ship Inspection Industry is evolving rapidly, driven by stricter regulations, digitalization, sustainability goals, and changing market dynamics. Here are the key industry trends shaping ship inspections in 2025 and beyond:

1. Stricter Regulatory Compliance and ESG Focus.

Tighter Environmental & Safety Regulations.

  • IMO & EU Regulations
  • Ballast Water & Biofouling Inspections
  • Decarbonization-Driven Inspections

2. Digitilization & Remote Inspections.

Rise of AI, IoT & Blockchain in Inspections.

Remote and Automated Inspections.

3. Increased Demand for Condition-Based Inspections.

4. Cybersecurity & Compliance Inspections.

5. Bunker & Fuel Compliance Inspections.

6. Growing demand for Third-Party & Independent Surveyors.

Regulatory Updates

These Regulatory updates unserscore the industry' s commitment to enhancing operational efficieny, environmental sustainability and safety in ship bunkering.

Recent developments in Ship Bunkering Regulation:

  • Singapore to mandate digital bunker notes starting April 2025.
  • Marine Fuel Trading House KPI OceanConnect is expanding its marine biofuel trade to 120 ports, up from about 70 ports previously.

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