Bunker and fuel cargoes

With extensive experience in the specifications for all versions of ISO 8217 (Petroleum products - Fuels (class f) - Specifications of marine fuels), NOVA can assist you in understanding whether your bunker fuel meets the standard requirements.

Whilst fuels may be compliant with the standard requirements of ISO 8217, engine issues may still arise. Advanced chemical analyses are then typically performed to assess the chemical composition of a fuel and the level of potentially deleterious compounds. Our highly qualified and experienced chemists can advise on the specific analytical techniques and the interpretation of laboratory results. We also provide expert witness services, having vast experience in the preparation of expert reports for international arbitrations on the subject.

When it comes to fuel transported as cargo, NOVA can assist you with thorough investigations into the identity and cause of fuel cargo contamination, including representative sampling and laboratory testing. 

In addition, NOVA provide guidance on biofuels, especially in relation to FuelEU Maritime regulations, which came into force on 1 January 2025.