VLSFO 0.5 % Procurement – FOB & Bunker Delivery
VLSFO 0.5 % Procurement – FOB & Bunker Delivery
MARPOL Annex VI drives the switch to 0.5 % sulphur bunker fuel. Refiners and storage terminals sell Very Low-Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) on tight allocation and strict quality controls. Financely acts as your operator in the major hubs—Singapore, Fujairah, and the Amsterdam–Rotterdam–Antwerp (ARA) zone—locking cargo, managing inspection, and transferring title under one professional mandate.
Operator Retainer – Waterfall Pricing
| Contract Value | Up-Front Retainer* |
|---|---|
| USD 10 – 25 million | USD 200 000 |
| USD 25 – 50 million | USD 250 000 |
| USD 50 – 100 million | USD 300 000 |
| > USD 100 million | Custom quote |
*Due on Intertek / SGS inspection release via bank transfer or LC at sight.
Retainer Coverage
- Sourcing & Slot Booking – Terminal nomination or in-tank allocation at the chosen hub.
- Commercial Negotiation – Differential, laytime, loss factors, pumping clauses.
- Operational Oversight – Vessel vetting or hose-to-hose coordination, demurrage control.
- Inspection & Quality Assurance – ISO 8217:2017 testing, density & viscosity certs.
- Document & Title Transfer – B/L or TTO certificate, CQQ, ullage, commercial invoice.
Main Hubs & Typical Parcels
| Hub | Parcel Size | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore (Jurong / Tanjong Kling) | 40 000 – 80 000 MT FOB | World’s largest bunker hub, on-site labs, competitive freight |
| Fujairah (UAE) | 35 000 – 70 000 MT FOB / STS | 24/7 bunkering, zero port dues on anchorage STS |
| ARA (Rotterdam / Antwerp) | 25 000 – 60 000 MT FOB / TTO | Pipeline connectivity to NWE refineries, strict EU quality |
| Panama (Balboa / Cristóbal) | 15 000 – 40 000 MT STS | Canal transits, quick reloads, USGC spec alignment |
Pricing Formula
Transactions settle at Platts VLSFO CIF(relevant hub) or Argus assessments plus or minus a negotiated differential reflecting stem size, timing, and location. Premiums adjust daily; we quote live numbers, not “bulk discounts.”
Operator Workflow
- Pre-Screen – Buyer KYC, target hub, parcel, modality.
- Mandate Sign-Off – Engagement letter & retainer tier confirmed.
- Allocation – Terminal slot or STS window locked.
- Independent Inspection – Intertek / SGS issue full spec report.
- Retainer Settlement – Operator fee paid against inspection.
- Title & Cargo Payment – Buyer pays cargo; title documents released.
Buyer Readiness Checklist
- Full corporate KYC package
- Proof of funds or LC draft for cargo value
- Acceptance of screen-based pricing method
- Signed engagement letter and retainer budget
Need VLSFO 0.5 % in Singapore, Fujairah or ARA? Submit your specs for a firm quotation.
Request a QuotationFinancely Group provides procurement and operator services. All transactions are subject to KYC, sanctions screening and local trade regulations. We reserve the right to refuse counterparties that do not meet professional standards.
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