Welcome to the world of FOSFA, the Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations. They’re the global voice of the oilseed, oil, and fats industry, setting the standards for the sea transport of these products. A key part of their work? The FOSFA banned list. The FOSFA banned list is a crucial guide for anyone…
Slop tanks are an important component of ships and oil refineries. These tanks are designed to store the residual oil and sludge generated during the cleaning of cargo tanks. Slop tanks are also used to collect excess oil that is not required for further processing or refining. Understanding slop tanks is crucial for ship owners…
The Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations (FOSFA) is an international trade organization that facilitates and supports the global trading and shipping of vegetable and animal oils and fats, oilseeds, and their derivatives. Established in 1968, FOSFA International operates on behalf of its members and provides standard contract forms and supporting services that are…
Ultra large crude carriers (ULCC) are some of the largest ships in the world, designed to transport massive amounts of crude oil across the oceans. These vessels are typically between 320,000 and 550,000 deadweight tons (DWT) and can carry up to 4 million barrels of crude oil. ULCCs are often used to transport oil from…
Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRUs) are an increasingly popular method of storing and regasifying liquefied natural gas (LNG). The units are essentially floating LNG storage tanks equipped with the technology to regasify the LNG and distribute it to local pipelines. They offer numerous benefits over traditional onshore storage facilities, including increased flexibility, faster deployment,…
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) has become an increasingly important source of energy in recent years due to its clean burning properties and domestic availability. However, transporting LNG safely and efficiently is a complex task that requires specialized ships known as LNG carriers. LNG carriers play a critical role in the transportation of natural gas from…
This page ranks the world’s largest LNG carrier operators by operated fleet size as of April 2026. Ownership and operation frequently differ in LNG shipping — the rankings here reflect operational control of vessels, not legal title, which is why some large shipowners like Nakilat rank lower than fleet managers who operate vessels on long-term…
Cargo ships consume a hefty amount of fuel every day especially when it is under voyage. Hence, it is necessary to plan in advance when and where to take fuel in order to make sure the vessel can still arrive at its port of call. Bunkering is the process of supplying fuel or marine gas…
Chemical tankers play a vital role in moving chemical cargo which is normally in liquid form around the world. These vessels carry different types of chemicals that are stowed differently, so there are different types of chemical tankers. They are classified into three types as stated in the IBC (International Code for the Construction and…
Although maritime transport is relatively a safe mode of transportation, accidents still do happen, and whenever these occur, there are usually huge personal, economic, and environmental costs. Most trading operators around the world, therefore, have adopted a vetting process for vessels offered for charter, as a means of ensuring safer ship operations. The process of…