Vessel Scrapping Reports

Sep 17

Weekly Vessel Scrapping Report 2026: Week 37

Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from September 10 – September 16, 2026.
  1. Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from September 3 – September 9, 2026.
  2. Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from August 27 – September 2, 2026.
  3. Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from August 20 – August 26, 2026.
  4. Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from August 13 – August 19, 2026.
  5. Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from August 6 – August 12, 2026.
  6. Have you sold bunkers to a recently scrapped vessel? Check here with VesselsValue's demolition sales from July 30 – August 5, 2026.

Tricks of the Bunker Trade

Jul 18

Tricks of the Bunker Trade: The Buy Back

This malpractice could be instigated by the corrupt crew of a vessel or even the barge who may take its chances and ask the Captain, "have you got any spare fuel onboard?"
  1. Petro Inspect surveyors have seen barge setups where it would be possible to syphon bunkers back into the bunker barge after they have passed through the mass flow meter.
  2. It's a known issue with most ore cargoes; the key issue is whether the solid bulk cargo that is to be loaded is liable to liquefaction.
  3. Petro Inspect discusses the importance of sludge discharge / disposal surveys - are the ship owners being paid fairly?
  4. Disputes arising over bunker quantity "after" delivery calls for shipboard personnel, and a surveyor present who is experienced in dealing with disputes.
  5. Had this malpractice not been detected the client would have had a monetary loss of at least $36,000.
  6. Further images to help with the identification of Cappuccino Bunkers.
  7. Cappuccino bunkers remain one of the most common and widely used 'mal-practices' in the bunkering industry to-date.
  8. Steps you should take to prevent receiving aerated bunkers that hide a short delivery.