Mideast Conflict Shifts Global Bunker Purchases

The US-Israeli war on Iran has forced shipping companies to shift toward spot purchases and shorter-term contracts for marine fuels. Elevated prices and regional trade disruptions have also driven vessels to diversify refuelling locations.

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FILE PHOTO: Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, October 2, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo

Global shipping lines have shifted to spot and short-term marine fuel purchases, driven by volatile prices during the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.

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