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IllustrativeThe latest report on the Ningbo Containerized Freight Index for 4 September 2026 has been released, providing an update on containerised shipping market conditions.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeThe liquified petroleum gas shipping firm has placed an order with the South Korean shipbuilder for three dual-fuel Very Large Gas Carriers.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeA senior commodity analyst has indicated that Venezuela's withdrawal from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries is probable over the long term, though not in the immediate future.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeNord Gas Solutions, previously known as Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, has been chosen to provide cargo handling systems for new medium gas carriers being constructed by HD Hyundai.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeChinese authorities have temporarily halted the approval process for new battery storage manufacturing facilities, specifically those yet to commence construction, according to industry sources cited by Cailianshe.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeGermany's electrical grid and logistical networks could present a strategic weakness for NATO operations, particularly regarding troop and equipment movements towards the alliance's eastern borders, according to reports.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeRosneft has commenced crude oil shipments from its Vostok Oil initiative in Eastern Siberia, progressing with the project despite international sanctions impacting Russia's energy sector and the departure of Western partners.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeRussia's Ambassador to India confirmed Moscow's intention to remain a primary crude oil supplier to India, criticising proposed US legislation targeting Russian oil imports.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeHigher crack spreads, indicating refining profitability, are contributing to increased prices at the pump, primarily due to tight global gasoline supplies.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeGlobal oil benchmarks have seen an upward trend, driven by escalating geopolitical friction between the United States and Iran, alongside a reported attack on a Saudi Arabian refining facility.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeThe worldwide diesel supply deficit is forecast to continue into the upcoming year, primarily due to insufficient refining capacity to offset reduced output from key regions.
RefineriesDigest Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeSenior representatives from Alkagesta recently participated in SUISSENÉGOCE's 20th-anniversary celebration in Geneva, joining other industry figures to mark two decades of the Swiss commodity trading association's work.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeMalta-headquartered commodities trader Alkagesta announced unprecedented financial performance for the first six months of 2026, driven by increased trading volumes, new market entries, and expanded international operations.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeCommodities trader Alkagesta announced its strongest half-year performance to date, driven by growth in trading volumes and strategic expansion into jet fuel and crude oil markets.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeAlkagesta Holding Co. Ltd, a global commodity trading firm headquartered in Malta, has expanded its carbon markets portfolio to include the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), according to a report by Biofuels International.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeCommodity trading firm Alkagesta recently released an analysis highlighting the severe supply challenges impacting European fuel distribution due to low Rhine water levels and geopolitical issues affecting global energy transit.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeCommodity trading firm Alkagesta has broadened its carbon market services to encompass the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS), according to a report from Ship Energy.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeMarket participants should abandon expectations of a return to historical calm as significant geopolitical shifts in key production regions fundamentally alter the global oil landscape, according to analysis published by European Business Magazine.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeAnalysis by Alkagesta reveals that Malta's bunkering sector is undergoing significant structural changes driven by new environmental regulations and reduced terminal availability.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeMalta's marine fuel sector is experiencing a significant transition towards distillate products, driven by stricter environmental regulations and operational constraints affecting fuel oil availability.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeAlkagesta, a trading firm based in Malta, has promoted Anthony Guida to head its Biofuels Trading Desk, acknowledging his significant contributions to expanding the company’s sustainable fuels operations.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeCommodity trader Alkagesta gained access to a crucial European pipeline network just before escalating Middle East tensions, enabling it to supply jet fuel directly to airlines amid market disruptions.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeAlkagesta's Singapore branch recorded monthly marine fuel volumes nearing 250,000 metric tonnes within its initial year of operation, according to a report from Ship & Bunker.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeGlobal disruptions have elevated fertiliser from a mere commodity to a strategic asset, comparable to oil and gas, as systemic vulnerabilities expose long-term risks to food security and agricultural integrity.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeDarren Axisa has been named Country Manager for Malta at Alkagesta, the global energy and commodity trading firm, underscoring the company's commitment to enhancing its operational presence and strengthening Malta's role as a key Mediterranean hub.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeThe 2026 IATA Aviation Energy Forum underscored significant hurdles in scaling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across Europe, with industry participants, including Alkagesta, examining logistical constraints and the increasing importance of energy security.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeAlkagesta has provided funding for the 'Clean Caspian' initiative, a start-up developing scientific solutions to address oil contamination in marine environments, aligning with the company's ESG strategy.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeAlkagesta is increasing its presence in the European energy sector, focusing on aviation fuel, low-sulphur marine fuel, and advanced biofuels, with particular emphasis on its Romanian division.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeRomania's Ministry of Energy is implementing a new system for managing minimum emergency stocks of crude oil and petroleum products, effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, aiming for predictable financing and secure storage.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
IllustrativeOver 300 industry professionals from 30 countries are expected to convene in Almaty on June 18-19 for the annual Argus 'Kazakhstan and Central Asia Oil and Gas Market' conference, focusing on strategic adjustments amid regional turbulence.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 1 min read
IllustrativeIncreased military demand from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization is reportedly straining Europe's Central Europe Pipeline System, leading to reduced civilian jet fuel deliveries and supply concerns for aviation hubs.
RFP Editorial Desk · · 2 min read
