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 Americas News Latest Features World Americas EMEA Asia/Pacific Home News & Features Americas Commodity Trader BGN Launches US Bunkering Business Commodity Trader BGN Launches US Bunkering Business by Ship & Bunker News Team Wednesday July 29, 2026 Tweet Follow @shipandbunker The firm has chartered two barges two support the operations. Image Credit: BGN Commodities trading firm BGN has launched its first retail marine bunkering business in the US . The new operation will provide HSFO, VLSFO and MGO to vessels calling at ports across the US Gulf Coast , the firm said in a LinkedIn post on Wednesday .  To support the launch, BGN has partnered with Houston -based Centerline Logistics Corporation , chartering two bunker barges, Jackson Eades and MGI 2100 . BGN said the business will initially focus on refuelling its fleet of about 40 owned and chartered LPG carriers , giving the company greater control over fuel procurement and vessel operations. It also plans to market bunker supply services to third-party shipowners trading in the Gulf Coast . "The US Gulf Coast is one of the world's most important shipping and energy hubs, making it the ideal location to establish our first retail bunkering operation," Harry Thwaites , Head of Fuel Oil, Feedstocks and Marine Fuels at BGN, said. “Going forward, we will look to expand into other major international ports as we continue to strengthen our marine fuels trading platform globally." Ship & Bunker News Team To contact the editor responsible for this story email us at [email protected] Also in the News Marine Fuels Alliance Adds TidalIQ FuelEU Compliance Calculator The tool helps ship operators assess FuelEU Maritime compliance, penalties and pooling opportuni