Octamar HF10 Plus & Ultra HF for VLSFO

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Act now and avoid VLSFO compatibility and stability issues

By the end of 2019 all major fuel suppliers should be selling VLSFO that complies with IMO 2020. The question for ship operators is how to make sure this new fuel does not cause compatibility and stability issues. Extensive testing of VLSFO by Innospec, using samples taken from around the world, reveals that most of these new fuels are highly unstable when mixed, even at a ratio of 10:90. Official guidance suggests segregating VLSFO, but given that many vessels operate with a limited number of storage tanks, implementation is notalways straightforward.

It is also important to note that the oil majors will not be taking responsibility for fuel stability after its expiry date. Ship operators must find their own solution to these issues, especially if fuel is mixed onboard. To combat this, Innospec has developed two advanced, multi-functional, fuel additives to protect vessels in
real-world situations.

GLOBAL BUNKER DEMAND

Approx. 3 million barrels per day(mbd) of HSFO will need to switch to 0.5% fuels There are various 0.5% sulphur fuels with the major being Blended VLSFO(45-50%) & Marine Gas Oil(40-45%) Market predicts there will be a 45-45% split between VLSFO & MGO and remaining 10% other compliant fuels beginning 2020. This will change over time due to various factors like prices, upgrade to refinery technologies/processes, availability of the fuel, further changes to the legislation and etc.

Octamar HF-10 Plus

Octamar™ HF-10 Plus stabilises fuel blends and reduces sludge. It ensures all types of VLSFO can be used safely on-board.

Improved compatibility when using new fuels or unknown fuels.
Safer fuel changeovers for ECAs.
Stable and homogenous fuel ensures improved combustion.
Reduced sludge means more fuel to burn.
Higher treat rates combat injector fouling.

Octamar Ultra HF

Octamar™ Ultra HF provides a complete solution for VLSFO. It delivers better fuel blend stability, improved combustion and cleaner engines with reduced soot formation.