New operation launched as company looks to further increase presence in South America.

World Fuel Services amends and restates its existing credit facility, so it now allows for borrowings of up to $800 million and is scheduled to mature in September 2015.

Enviro Voraxial Technology, Inc. files three patents related to oil spill recovery, more specifically its unique Submersible Voraxial Separator.

Ecopetrol opens its hydro-treatment plant at the Barrancabermeja Refinery

Hess is reportedly looking to increase the capacity for bunker fuel storage at its Virginia Avenue terminal in North Charleston.

The California State Senate adopts legislation aimed at making the California Air Resources Board’s enforcement programme 'transparent, consistent and fair'.

Two-year course provides foundation for external recruitment driving progression and new levels of professionalism within the industry.

Foss Maritime, which is set to add another green tug to its Californian fleet, says 'the retrofit will be the next step in hybrid technology evolution'.

Robert Hale, the under secretary of defense (comptroller) and Chief Financial Officer, will be one of the keynote speakers at the Defense Logistics Agency's Enterprise Supplier Conference and Exhibition held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio, Aug. 23-25.

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces Corridors, Projects and Initiatives Eligible for Funding as Part of America’s Marine Highway.

Following the recession retraction in demand, middle distillate demand will rebound strongly as economies recover, according to a new report available from Research and Markets.

OW Bunker rolls out of global sales strategy with regional devolution.

Germanischer Lloyd (GL) has issued guidelines for gas as ship fuel on the application of the IMO regulations.

Chemoil reports a net loss of $13.5 million for the first quarter of 2010.

The Port of Los Angeles is seeking to appoint a Director of Environmental Management.

Gene Owen is appointed President and CEO of Bominflot’s US operating companies.

Vincent Terracciano joins Houston-based Bominflot Bunker Oil.

Poten & Partners announces the May 2010 release of a new study on the residual fuel oil markets: Fuel Oil Prospects 2010-2015.

World Fuel Services' part-acquisition of Milwaukee-based Lakeside Oil Company will expand its presence in the ground-based fuels business, taking its global land volume to approximately 1 billion gallons.

Bunkers International announces that 1% sulphur fuel oil will be available in Cartagena in July.

KPI Bridge Oil appoints new bunker trader for its Valparaiso office.

Despite the pressure of increased environmental compliance, 2010 will be a good year for anyone in the shipping industry with cash and access to finance, says leading shipping accountant and adviser Moore Stephens.

Terminal Varreux receives and stores more than 70% of Haiti's fuel.

André Máximo will now be in charge of Petrobras' bunker business in the Singapore office, replacing Marco Tritto who has moved on to Petrobras Headquarters in Brazil.

The United States Government Defense Energy Support Center provides fueling services to Department of Defense, federal civilian and government agencies.