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Tumpuan Megah Development secures exclusive bunkering arrangement with Lumut port

TMD and Lumut Maritime Terminal will also set up a bunkering terminal namely “Pit-Stop Bunker Hub @ Lumut” to support the business venture.

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7 years ago

October 1, 2019

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Manifold Times was present at the signing ceremony between Straits Inter Logistics Berhad and Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd in Malaysia on Tuesday:

Tumpuan Megah Development Sdn Bhd (TMD), the bunkering subsidiary of Malaysia-listed Straits Inter Logistics Berhad (Straits), on Tuesday (1 October) entered into a fuel bunkering services agreement with Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd (LMTSB) – the operator of Lumut port which handles over 500 ships per annum.

The agreement, which has a contract period of one year commencing 1 October, with option for renewal, will oversee the establishment of “Pit-Stop Bunker Hub @ Lumut” a bunkering terminal set up for the business venture.

LMTSB has agreed to appoint TMD with the exclusive right to operate, manage and provide bunker services located at or within Lumut Port limit including but not limited to jetties/ wharfs, anchorage area and the designated Pit-stop Bunker area.

TMD has in turn obtained the appropriate Petroleum Development Act 1974 (PDA) licences from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Customer Affairs (KPDNHEP) to commence marine fuel delivery services at Lumut.

“TMD is currently operating its business in eight ports in Malaysia,” said Straits Group Managing Director Dato' Sri Ho Kam Choy.

“By entering into this Agreement with LMTSB, TMD hopes to establish a base in bunkering business in Lumut and subsequently to further enlarge its bunkering business in the western region of Peninsular Malaysia.”

According to Dato' Sri Ho, the tie-up with LMTSB is part of Strait’s overall strategy to establish collaboration with strategic ports in Malaysia to bunker for vessels within their port limits.

Straits expects the new venture to contribute positively to the revenue and future earnings of the Straits Group from the financial year ending December 31, 2019 onwards.

“We believe that the opportunity to collaborate with LMTSB will bring forth new dimensions to both parties’ infrastructures which will allow both parties to tap the vast potential in the bunkering industry,” he adds.

“The tie-up with LMTSB definitely marks an important milestone for Straits for its expansion in the bunkering business.”

At present, TMD operates in eight ports in Malaysia, which include, Pasir Gudang Port, Tanjung Pelepas Port, Johor Bahru Port, Kuantan Port, Kemaman Port, Kuala Terengganu Port, Labuan Port and Miri Port, all of which are licenced under PDA Licences for its bunkering services.

LMTSB owns and operates the Lumut Port at Kg Acheh, Lumut and has been in operation for more than 20 years. In 2002, Lumut Port began to operate and manage Lekir Bulk Terminal. Strategically located off the Straits of Malacca on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia in Perak, the Port was established as a State Port and a catalyst for economic growth, development and industrialisation of Perak and the nation in general.

“This valuable tie-up with Maritime Terminal also fits well into the Groups strategy to established collaborations with strategic ports throughout Malaysia to bunker for vessels within their port limit,” said Dato' Sri Ho.

“We are excited and stand ready to tap the huge bunkering market potential of vessels sailing through the Straits of Malacca together with our valued partner, Lumut Maritime Terminal Sdn Bhd.

“Straits and Tumpuan Megah with its enlarged network and infrastructure is currently at the forefront to expand its geographical footprint and today’s collaboration with Lumut Maritime Terminal will bring together enhanced value creation by tapping on both parties infrastructure to exploit the vast bunkering potential in Straits of Malacca.”

A coastal town in the rapidly-developing Manjung district of Perak, Lumut is strategically located off the Straits of Malacca, which is a crucial shipping route for global trade.

The establishment of its very-own bunkering terminal at Lumut Port offers Straits a well-positioned location to service more than 100,000 vessels passing through the Straits of Malacca annually, it adds.

Ships plying through Straits of Malacca can now save the time, deviation cost as well as port charges that were incurred previously just for calling into a port for bunkering services, following the launch of Straits' bunkering terminal at the Lumut Port.

Straits' fuel bunkering terminal is named Pit-Stop Bunker Hub @ Lumut for its quick, reliable and efficient bunkering services.

Photo credit: Straits Inter Logistics
Published: 1 October, 2019

Winding up

Singapore: Nan Shan Maritime liquidator issues notice of intended dividend

Creditors will need to produce proofs of debt to liquidator of Nan Shan Maritime by 14 July, according to Government Gazette notice.

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14 hours ago

July 1, 2026

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A notice to declare intended dividend of Nan Shan Maritime Pte Ltd to its creditors has been posted on the Government Gazette on Tuesday (30 June).

The following are the details of the notice of intended dividend:

Name of Company : Nan Shan Maritime (Pte.) Ltd. (In Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation)
Unique Entity No. / Registration No. : 201701967H
Address of Registered Office : 10 Anson Road, #10-10, International Plaza, Singapore 079903
Last Day for Receiving Proofs : 14 July 2026
Name of Liquidator : Tam Chee Chong
Address : c/o 10 Anson Road, #10-10, International Plaza, Singapore 079903

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Published: 1 July, 2026

Fuel Testing

VPS strengthens China presence with new Shanghai marine fuel testing facility

Investment in the new testing laboratory comes as marine fuel volumes in Chinese ports continue to grow and customers increasingly demand faster testing and advisory services.

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14 hours ago

July 1, 2026

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VPS strengthens China presence with new Shanghai marine fuel testing facility

Marine fuels testing company VPS on Tuesday (1 July) announced the opening of its brand new testing laboratory in Shanghai, China.

The company said this strategic investment strengthens VPS’ global laboratory network and reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering faster, locally-based testing services to customers operating in one of the world’s most important maritime markets.

“Shanghai has emerged as one of the fastest growing marine bunkering hubs and is expected to play a major role in the future supply of both traditional fossil fuels and emerging low-to-zero carbon fuels,” it said in a statement.

“The new Shanghai laboratory will provide comprehensive marine fuel testing services, enabling customers to benefit from further improved turnaround times and enhanced operational decision making.”

The facility will support vessel owners, operators, charterers and fuel suppliers, with rapid, independent analysis and technical expertise, helping stakeholders to manage fuel quality risks, protect assets and maintain regulatory compliance.

Dr. Malcolm Cooper, CEO at VPS, said: “VPS is pleased to announce the opening of our new Shanghai Laboratory, which will provide fuel quality testing for bunker fuels including methanol. China is central to the global shipping industry being the world’s largest shipbuilder, producer of shipping containers and operator of the biggest commercial fleet. Shanghai is therefore the perfect home for our latest laboratory, as VPS is the world’s leading fuel testing company”.

The investment comes as marine fuel volumes in Chinese ports continue to grow and customers increasingly demand faster testing and advisory services. The new facility further enhances the VPS global footprint, which already includes laboratories in Rotterdam, Singapore, Fujairah, Houston and Manchester, supported by an international team of technical experts, sales professionals and customer service specialists.

In addition to supporting conventional marine fuels, the Shanghai laboratory will provide testing and advisory services relevant to the industry’s growing adoption of low-to-zero carbon fuels, assisting customers to navigate emerging fuel quality performance and compliance challenges.

Andrew Morton, VPS MD-AMEA, stated: “The opening of our new laboratory in Shanghai’s Lingang New Area, positions VPS at the heart of one of China’s most important maritime and industrial growth hubs. This investment reflects our confidence in the Chinese maritime market, our commitment to supporting customers closer to where they operate and our belief that Asia will remain at the forefront of shipping’s energy transition.”

The Shanghai laboratory will serve both domestic and international customers operating throughout China and across the wider Asia-Pacific region, supporting ongoing growth in marine fuel testing demand and providing a platform for future expansion of VPS services within the Chinese maritime sector.

Photo credit: VPS
Published: 1 July, 2026

Bunker Fuel

AD Ports Group and IRH Global Trading to advance bunkering at Khalifa Port

Both signed a MoU, outlining potential collaboration in bunkering services to vessels calling at Khalifa Port and the development of alternative bunker fuels such as LNG, biofuels, and methanol.

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14 hours ago

July 1, 2026

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AD Ports Group and IRH Global Trading to advance bunkering at Khalifa Port

AD Ports Group on Tuesday (30 June) said it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IRH Global Trading Ltd. to explore strategic cooperation in bunkering services and alternative marine fuels at Khalifa Port.

The MoU outlines potential collaboration across a range of areas, including the provision of bunkering services to vessels calling at Khalifa Port, the development of alternative fuel solutions such as Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), biofuels, and methanol, and the exploration of opportunities related to fuel storage infrastructure, terminal facilities, and fuel sampling and testing capabilities.

Saif Al Mazrouei, CEO, Ports Cluster – AD Ports Group, said: “This collaboration reflects our commitment to forging strategic alliances that create long-term, sustainable value.

“By working alongside trusted partners such as IRH, we are enhancing our capabilities and supporting the development of future-ready infrastructure and services that reinforce the UAE’s position as a leading global trade and logistics hub, in line with the vision of our wise leadership.”

Ali Rashed Alrashdi, Group CEO – International Resources Holding, said: “This collaboration with AD Ports Group reflects IRH’s commitment to build strategic partnerships that drive real economic impact.

“As we continue to develop our global energy trading platform, bunkering and alternative marine fuels represent a high-potential area of growth. We see Khalifa Port as an ideal base from which to explore these opportunities, and we look forward to working closely with AD Ports Group to bring them to life.”

Through this collaboration, AD Ports Group and IRH Global Trading aim to further enhance Khalifa Port’s value proposition as a multi-purpose, deep-water port that supports efficient, sustainable, and future-oriented maritime operations.

IRH Global Trading is a global commodities trading firm with interests across the mining and energy value chain and plans to build a diversified global minerals and energy trading platform, including LNG, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), crude oil, and petroleum products.

Photo credit: AD Ports Group
Published: 1 July, 2026