Fuel Oil in an Era of Geopolitics & Alternative Fuels 

Geopolitical tensions, shifting trade flows and evolving environmental regulations continue to reshape global fuel oil markets. 

In the final episode of the Argus Refined Products Outlook podcast series, host Elena Domashenko (Consultant Manager and Editor of Marine Fuels Outlook), is joined by Yong Li Tng (Senior Reporter) and Siew Hua Seah (Global Editor of Marine Fuels), to discuss the key developments influencing fuel oil demand, bunker markets and alternative marine fuels.

From the impact of Middle East disruptions on global energy flows and bunkering activity to the growing role of LNG and biofuels in shipping decarbonisation, the panel explores the trends shaping market balances today and what participants should be watching in the months ahead.

Topics covered include:

• The impact of geopolitical risk on fuel oil trade flows, supply security and bunker demand
• How shipping regulations are influencing fuel procurement strategies and alternative fuel adoption
• The growing role of LNG and biofuels in the energy transition
• Key market trends to watch across marine fuels and power generation demand