You are using an outdated browser For a better experience using this site, please upgrade to a modern web browser. Subscribe Get Daily Email Subscribe --> Contact Us Sign in Home News & Features Compliance Costs Bunker Prices Bunker Intelligence EMEA News Latest Features World Americas EMEA Asia/Pacific Home News & Features EMEA Island Oil Appoints New Head of International Trading in Dubai Island Oil Appoints New Head of International Trading in Dubai by Ship & Bunker News Team Wednesday June 24, 2026 Tweet Follow @shipandbunker Dimitris Mertikas has joined as the head of international trading. Image Credit: Island Oil Marine fuels firm Island Oil has appointed a new head of international trading in Dubai , UAE . Dimitris Mertikas has joined as the head of international trading as of this month, the firm said in a LinkedIn post on Tuesday . Mertikas brings almost two decades of experience in the bunker industry. He previously worked at Glander International Bunkering in Dubai from 2020 to 2025 , most recently serving as key account manager. Before that, he spent 13 years at Praxis Energy Agents DMCC , where he last held the position of senior manager, bunker trading. “He will enhance our trading capabilities and our knowledge of the Middle Eastern and Greek markets, while bringing strong leadership to the role,” Vangelis S Marinakis , COO at Island Oil, said. “Island Oil has built a strong reputation as a global supplier and trader, and I am looking forward to contributing to the next chapter of its growth and working alongside such a talented team,” Mertikas said in his LinkedIn job update. Ship & Bunker News Team To contact the editor responsible for this story email us at [email protected] Also in the News Another Fire Incident Reported on Tanker Off Oman The incident was reported at about 21 nautical miles northeast of Sohar at around 06:05 UTC today. Read in Full BUNKER JOBS: Open Roles Available in Singapore, Greece and Dubai Maritime Rec