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November 2026 bunker market notes
Fujairah VLSFO availability improves while HSFO and LSMGO stay limited
VLSFO stems in Fujairah look easier to fix, but HSFO and gasoil buyers there should still plan ahead.
ARA fuel oil stocks edge up 2% in November as prompt supply stays tight
Book ARA stems about 5-7 days ahead; slightly higher stocks have not yet eased prompt availability.
Singapore fuel oil stocks up 3% as distillates drop 12%
Book VLSFO and HSFO about two weeks ahead; LSMGO is quicker, though distillate stocks are falling.
Fujairah VLSFO supply improves while LSMGO and HSFO stay limited
VLSFO stems in Fujairah look easier, but buyers needing LSMGO or HSFO there should ask early and keep a backup port.
Lome, Walvis Bay and Port Louis need longer bunker lead times
Book Lome or Walvis Bay about a week ahead, and allow 10-14 days for Port Louis stems.
Singapore VLSFO and HSFO lead times settle at 13-15 days
Book Singapore VLSFO or HSFO about two weeks ahead, and LSMGO at least 8-10 days before arrival.
Zhoushan VLSFO and HSFO lead times stretch to 15 days as prices fall
Book VLSFO or HSFO in Zhoushan about two weeks ahead; LSMGO can still be arranged at short notice.
Singapore bunker prices fall across all main grades over the weekend
Buyers with Singapore calls this week may find a better entry point than last week, especially for gasoil.
Singapore residual stocks slip 6% in October as distillate stocks build
LSMGO lead times are easing, but VLSFO and HSFO still need close to two weeks of notice or more in Singapore.