Baseblue introduces bunker fuel supply service at Point Lisas Port
The service will provide vessels with reliable and efficient fuel options, eliminating logistical challenges and enhancing operational efficiency.
Baseblue has launched a new bunker fuel supply service at Point Lisas Port, Trinidad.
Point Lisas Port, one of the major maritime hubs in Trinidad, comprises four key terminals:
- Point Lisas Industrial Port Development Corporation (PLIPDECO);
- Savonetta;
- Yara Trinidad;
- and Phoenix Gas.
Baseblue's new supply service will primarily focus on PLIPDECO and Savonetta terminals, where the local supplier's storage tanks (VLSFO 20,000bbls & LSMGO 10,000bbls) are based. This strategic location ensures seamless fuel delivery through truck-to-ship and pipe-to-ship methods, enhancing convenience and reliability.
The bunker fuel supplied by Baseblue is sourced from leading refineries in the US Gulf, ensuring high-quality and reliable fuel that meets industry standards. Vessels can now access fuel and low-sulfur marine gas oil (MGO) directly at the terminal, mitigating delays caused by weather conditions and logistical bottlenecks commonly experienced in anchorage areas.
Ignacio Gaviña Alvarado, Marine Fuel Supply, Baseblue, said: "This new service represents a significant step forward in providing vessels calling at Point Lisas Port with a dependable fuel supply. By delivering fuel directly at the terminal, we are improving operational efficiency, reducing waiting times, and minimising environmental impact."
The introduction of this service marks a departure from the traditional reliance on barge deliveries, offering a more efficient and environmentally friendly solution. By minimising delays and optimising fuel supply logistics, Baseblue's service contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the maritime industry's sustainability goals, an even more significant advantage with the recent activation of FuelEU Maritime in January, where vessels are mandated to reduce fuel emissions.
