Fueled Thoughts

This rule is an important one and a costly one:  Pay your bills!  With marine fuel being the number one operating cost of darn near all shipping coming, paying bunker bills is important and expensive.  This week we are covering just why it's so important and some situations that folks find themselves in that leads them to not pay their bill on time.   If you are interested in learning about why timely bunker payments is just darn right good for you - hit play! 

Priorities, priorities. We all have them but are we honest and clear about what they are?   Why is this important when it comes to purchasing fuel?  This week we cover why it's important to have your priorities straight when it comes to what you need when it comes to your marine fuel requirements.  Enjoy! 

It's all about communication folks!  This episode covers what can help you prevent issues with bunkering simply by clear thorough communication.  No matter what your role in a bunker delivery operation is - this episode covers suggestions for getting the fuel delivered and the ship on its way in a smooth fashion.  

Did you know there are actually 5 basic bunkering rules?  These rules can and should (our opinion) be used at all times in all markets.  This is the first in a series of 5 where we cover Rule 1: Planning is Key.  Want to hear all the ways this can be a great tool for you?  Press play.  

The last week has seen a drastic shift in how suppliers are quoting fuel stems.  This episode covers the current trends and offers some suggestions on how to navigate this ridiculously volatile market and landscape.  

In the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the shipping and marine fuel markets are just in the beginning stages of being significantly impacted.  Here is a glimpse into one small perspective of this which carries larger implications, and how you can be a positive impact to your counter-parties.  

A quick thought on how to propel us from where we are today into and beyond IMO 2030. We don't get too technical here - so don't stress.  

Our focus is on tightening credit lines this week as the price of crude rallies.  We will discuss a common practice that could put you at risk.  

Start with Why - that's what they say.  Episode 1 explains just that.