Business

Brightoil Petroleum Holdings responses to cancellation of company shares on HKSE

‘The Board accepts the resumption conditions have not been fulfilled and there are uncertainties as to whether the conditions could be fulfilled by end 2020,’ it said.

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6 years ago

October 19, 2020

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Brightoil Petroleum (Brightoil) Holdings Limited on Friday (16 October) published an announcement on the cancellation of its listing, as required by the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong.

Along with a summary of events that transpired since trading in Brightoil’s shares were suspended on 3 October 2017, the company also published steps it has taken to satisfy the resumption conditions set by the Listing Review Committee, its response to the listing committee’s decision, as well as the status of its shares.

Brightoil said it submitted to the Listing Review Committee that it used its best endeavor and had substantially implemented steps to satisfy the resumption conditions and restructure its outstanding liabilities and business operation.

However, its efforts were jeopardised by the Covid-19 outbreak, which halted the completion of audit, prolonged negotiations with creditors and buyers of its assets.

Brightoil added it further submitted to the Listing Review Committee the following steps to satisfy the resumption conditions:

HLB Hodgson Impey Cheng Limited was appointed as the new auditor of Brightoil with effect from 23 January 2020 to fill the casual vacancy following the resignation of PwC in order to continue the audit work for the outstanding financial results;
Brightoil had engaged RSM Corporate Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited (RSM) to conduct forensic review on the various back-to-back trading or indent sales transactions conducted by Brightoil Petroleum (Spore) Pte. Ltd. (BOPS) during the financial year ended 30 June 2017.
- The forensic investigation report was issued and the announcement for key findings of the forensic review was published on 31 January 2020.
- RSM was further engaged to prepare a supplemental forensic investigation report for the financial year ended 30 June 2018
- The report was issued and the announcement on findings of the Supplemental Report was published on 17 September 2020;
Brightoil had published the audited annual results announcement and annual report for the year ended 30 June 2017 on 14 August 2020 and 11 September 2020 respectively.
- Subsequently, the unaudited interim results announcement for the six months ended 31 December 2017 was published on 17 September 2020;
Brightoil’s continuous negotiations with its creditors had resulted in settlement agreements and loan restructuring agreements having been entered into between the company and several creditors.
- Upon completion of the debt restructuring, the total debt amount would be substantially reduced with various loans extended from 1 to 12 years;
All Brightoil vessels have been sold to raise funds to repay outstanding debt owned by the company, and the company was in the process of disposing majority of its interests in the oil storage and terminal facilities in Zhoushan to raise further funds to repay partial outstanding debts.

“The Board accepts that the resumption conditions have not been fully fulfilled and there are uncertainties as to whether all the conditions could be fulfilled by the end of 2020,” said Brightoil in the announcement.

“Nevertheless, the Board will continue their efforts to work diligently to maximise the value of the company by continuing to complete its current debt restructuring initiatives and operate its current business operations and complete the disposal of Zhoushan oil storage project.”

“All Brightoil shareholders and investors should note that after 19 October 2020, the last day of listing of the shares on the Stock Exchange, whilst the share certificates of the shares shall remain valid, the shares will not be listed on, and will not be tradeable on, the Stock Exchange.”

Earlier developments of Brightoil (since late 2017 to date) can be found in the search results here.

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Published: 19 October, 2020

Mass Flowmeter

MFM-equipped CPN barge first listed under Hong Kong quality bunker scheme

Chimbusco Pan Nation’s bunker barge “Zhong Ran 23” has become the first vessel in Hong Kong listed on Marine Department’s official List of Quality Bunker Vessels, under a newly-launched scheme.

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3 hours ago

June 17, 2026

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MFM-equipped CPN barge first listed under Hong Kong quality bunker scheme

Hong Kong-based marine fuel supplier Chimbusco Pan Nation (CPN) on Tuesday (16 June) announced that its bunker barge Zhong Ran 23 has become the first vessel in Hong Kong listed on the Marine Department’s official List of Quality Bunker Vessels.

The list under the Quality Bunker Operator Scheme launched on 3 June.

“The Scheme is a voluntary initiative designed to raise the standard of bunkering accuracy, transparency, and service quality in Hong Kong,” CPN said in a social media post.

“To be listed, a bunker vessel must have its Mass Flow Meter (MFM) system independently certified under ISO 22192, the international benchmark for mass flow metering in bunkering operations.”

CPN added it has operated the MFM system across our fleet of fuel oil barges since 2015.

Manifold Times previously reported Hong Kong’s Marine Department (MD) launching the Quality Bunker Operator Scheme to encourage bunker operators to install and use mass flow meter systems (MFM systems) on their bunker vessels.

MD said the scheme aims to enhance Hong Kong’s bunkering service quality and the competitiveness of Hong Kong ports, thereby further consolidating Hong Kong’s position as an international maritime centre and a major bunkering port.

Under the Scheme, bunker operators of traditional maritime fuel and biodiesel that install and use MFM systems on their bunker vessels, with the MFM systems inspected and certified by an accredited body in accordance with the International Organization for Standardization’s ISO 22192 Standard or equivalent requirements, can apply to the MD for inclusion in the scheme’s “List of Quality Bunker Vessels”, provided they meet the relevant technical and operational requirements.

Photo credit: Chimbusco Pan Nation
Published: 17 June, 2026

Financial Result

Bunker Holding exceeds FY2025/26 forecast despite geopolitical headwinds

Bunker Holding delivered a gross profit of USD 424 million and a profit before tax of USD 73 million, exceeding the Group’s expectations for the year.

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3 hours ago

June 17, 2026

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Bunker Holding on Tuesday (16 June) said it delivered a strong performance in the financial year 2025/2026 despite continued uncertainty across global markets.

The year was shaped by geopolitical developments, evolving trade flows, periods of heightened market volatility, and strong competition.

These conditions were further amplified by developments in the Middle East, which added complexity across global energy markets and shipping routes.

In response, Bunker Holding focused on getting closer to customers and understanding the different challenges faced across shipping segments. This enabled faster decision-making, greater agility under pressure, and allowed the Group to respond effectively while continuing to support customers reliably.

Against this backdrop, Bunker Holding delivered a gross profit of USD 424 million and a profit before tax of USD 73 million, exceeding the Group’s expectations for the year. Equity increased to USD 342 million.

Revenue amounted to USD 13.1 billion, a decrease of 4% compared to the previous year. The decline primarily reflected lower average oil prices during the financial year, despite periods of heightened market volatility and stronger pricing towards the end of the period.

“This year, we have taken important steps to strengthen Bunker Holding for the future. We have simplified parts of the organisation, brought teams closer together, and made the changes needed to make us more focused and efficient. Our markets remained challenging and unpredictable, but I am pleased with both the result we have delivered and the progress we have made,” said Peder Møller, CEO of Bunker Holding.

Looking ahead to 2026/27, Bunker Holding anticipates intense market competition alongside continued investments in low- and zero-carbon fuel projects and partnerships.

Changes to the Board of Directors

Bunker Holding said the company is strengthening its Board of Directors with the appointment of several new members and a new Chairman of the Board.

Nina Østergaard, CEO and co-owner of USTC, will assume the role of Chairman of the Board, while Henrik Andersen, Group President and CEO of Vestas Wind Systems A/S, will join as Vice Chairman. Tina Revsbech, CEO of Maersk Tankers, and Kenneth Steengaard, Chairman of the Board of Global Risk Management, will join the Board as new members.

At the same time, current Chairman Klaus Nyborg and Board member Peter Frederiksen will step down from the Board.

Nina Østergaard, incoming Chairman of the Board, said: “I am excited to take on the role as Chairman of Bunker Holding at an important time in the company’s development. Bunker Holding has a strong market position, a clear strategic direction, and significant opportunities ahead. I am also pleased to welcome Henrik Andersen, Tina Revsbech, and Kenneth Steengaard to the Board. They each bring valuable experience and perspectives, and I am particularly pleased that we have attracted such strong international profiles as Henrik and Tina, whose leadership experience from Vestas and Maersk Tankers will further strengthen the Board and support the company’s continued development.”

The addition of Kenneth Steengaard moves Bunker Holding closer to its sister-company Global Risk Management and adds important insight into risk management.

Bunker Holding founder and co-owner Torben Østergaard-Nielsen thanked the departing Board members for their contributions to the company.

Photo credit: Bunker Holding
Published: 17 June, 2026

Business

Oilmar establishes Board of Directors amid international expansion

Three directors are Chief Executive Officer Yusif Mammadov, Chief Finance Officer Nain Shafi, and Legal, Credit and Compliance Head Taira Shikhiyeva.

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3 hours ago

June 17, 2026

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Oilmar formalises Board of Directors amid international expansion

UAE-based marine fuel and petroleum products trader Oilmar on Tuesday (16 June) announced the formal establishment of its Board of Directors, marking an important milestone in the company’s evolution.

The three directors are Chief Executive Officer Yusif Mammadov, Chief Finance Officer Nain Shafi, and Legal, Credit and Compliance Head Taira Shikhiyeva.

The formation of the Board was first communicated during Oilmar’s Q1 2026 Townhall as part of a wider governance enhancement initiative and has now been formally implemented.

The Board has been established to provide strategic direction, oversee risk management and governance matters, and support the company’s continued growth across its global operations.

“At inception, the Board comprises three Directors with extensive international experience across the energy, maritime, shipping, and commodity trading sectors. Together, they bring a wealth of industry knowledge and strategic expertise to support the company’s continued growth and development,” the company said.

“The Board is expected to be further strengthened through the appointment of additional Executive and Non-Executive Directors as the company continues to expand its international footprint.”

As part of the enhanced governance framework, strategic direction, risk appetite, and key business objectives will be determined at Board level, while regional management teams will remain responsible for execution within their respective markets. This structure strengthens accountability, promotes effective decision-making, and supports the Company’s long-term growth and succession objectives.

CEO Yusif Mammadov, said: “The establishment of the Board marks the next stage in Oilmar’s development as a global energy and marine fuels business. It creates a governance framework that will support our future growth, strengthen oversight across the organisation, and ensure that our strategic decisions are guided by long-term value creation and responsible risk management.”

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Published: 17 June, 2026