Marine Fuel (Bunkering Fuel): what to know
- VLSFO: very-low-sulphur fuel oil, maximum 0.50% sulphur under the IMO 2020 global cap
- HSFO: high-sulphur fuel oil (up to 3.5%) is used by ships fitted with exhaust scrubbers
- MGO / MDO: marine gasoil and diesel oil; maximum 0.10% sulphur in emission control areas
- Bunker delivery documents include the bunker delivery note (BDN) and a sample
- Alternative marine fuels (LNG, methanol, ammonia) are growing but still a small share
Tokenization and tracking
PEGSTO AG is a token issuer, not a licensed bunker supplier. Marine fuel sits within the broader PEG product range and could be considered under later phases of the roadmap. Vessel and cargo movements can already be followed on vessel tracking.
Marine Fuel (Bunkering Fuel) in Singapore
Singapore is the world’s largest bunkering port; the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) licenses bunker suppliers and requires mass flow meters for deliveries. Counterparties should always confirm licences with the MPA. More on Singapore.
Marine Fuel (Bunkering Fuel) in Switzerland
Swiss-domiciled traders and financiers participate in marine fuel markets worldwide; PEGSTO AG offers a Swiss ledger-based securities wrapper for physical energy cargoes from Zug. More on Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
What is VLSFO?
Very-low-sulphur fuel oil, with a sulphur content of no more than 0.50%, the main compliant fuel since the IMO 2020 sulphur cap.
What is bunkering?
The supply of fuel to a ship, normally by bunker barge, tanker truck or from a quay.
Is PEGSTO AG a bunker supplier?
No. PEGSTO AG issues security tokens backed by physical energy trades; it does not claim a bunker supplier licence.
Related: Heavy Fuel Oil · Shipping Oil · Singapore · Vessel tracking
Product descriptions are general market information. PEGSTO AG currently issues tokens for EN590 diesel (Phase 1); other products are planned or subject to counterparty due diligence and availability. Nothing on this page is an offer of securities.
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