Bergen op Zoom – 11 June 2025 – In a decisive move to expand its footprint across the Mediterranean, Orim Energy, a leading oil trading company specializing in the blending and bunkering of sustainable marine fuels, has opened a new office in Gibraltar. With this launch, the company begins full-scale bunkering operations in the Strait of Gibraltar—the Mediterranean’s largest bunkering hub and one of the world’s most strategically significant maritime corridors.
This development marks a pivotal step in Orim Energy’s regional growth strategy and reinforces its commitment to supporting the shipping industry’s shift toward cleaner, ECA-compliant marine fuels under the newly enforced Mediterranean Emission Control Area (MED-ECA) regulations.
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Orim Energy: Meeting the Moment
With Gibraltar now joining Malta as Orim Energy’s second operational hub in the Mediterranean, the company is strengthening its supply chain capabilities across the region. Backed by dedicated tanks, a fleet of modern bunker barges, and a skilled local team, Orim Energy is set to deliver round-the-clock marine fuel supply to all vessel types beginning mid-June 2025.
This expansion is aligned with Orim’s broader mission to support the maritime industry in making the transition to cleaner energy without compromising reliability or cost-efficiency. In an industry often challenged by narrow margins and evolving compliance rules, Orim Energy aims to be the fuel partner that delivers not only on spec and on time—but with environmental responsibility in mind.
A Strategic Node in Global Maritime Logistics
The Strait of Gibraltar is not just a gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea; it’s one of the busiest maritime corridors on the planet, handling over 120,000 ship transits annually. As the largest bunkering hub in the Mediterranean and now the central point in the newly established Mediterranean Emission Control Area (MED-ECA), Gibraltar plays a critical role in global marine fuel logistics. Vessels passing through the strait can refuel with minimal deviation, making it a natural focal point for bunkering services—especially as demand rises for low-sulphur and sustainable marine fuels.
Orim Energy’s decision to anchor operations in Gibraltar reflects both the area’s logistical relevance and the mounting pressure on the shipping industry to comply with stricter environmental standards. The MED-ECA zone, effective from 2025, mandates a maximum sulphur content of 0.10% in marine fuels used across the entire Mediterranean Sea—similar to standards already in place in Northern Europe, North America, and select Asian ports.
Supporting a Greener Maritime Future
The launch of operations in Gibraltar positions Orim Energy at the forefront of sustainable marine fuel supply in the Mediterranean. As shipping companies increasingly look for marine fuel solutions that help meet ECA regulations while optimizing operating costs, Orim’s expertise in fuel blending and its regional infrastructure offer a compelling proposition.
“By expanding into Gibraltar, we are reinforcing our long-term commitment to fuelling cleaner, smarter shipping in the Mediterranean and beyond,” the company shared in its announcement. “This is not just about meeting today’s regulatory requirements—it’s about anticipating the energy transition challenges of tomorrow.”
About Orim Energy
Founded in 2014, Orim Energy is a specialist in physical bunkering, blending, and trading of sustainable marine fuels, Headquartered in the Netherlands, and operating across Belgium, Greece, Malta, and now Gibraltar, the company delivers over 2 million tons of various marine fuel grades annually, serving the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region and expanding rapidly across the Mediterranean. The company focuses on delivering low-sulphur fuel oils, ultra-low sulphur marine fuels, and biofuel blends that support shipowners in meeting IMO and EU emissions regulations, including within Emission Control Areas (ECAs).
Its operations are supported by strategically located processing, blending, and storage facilities—particularly around Rotterdam—and a dedicated fleet of bunker barges capable of 24/7 fuel delivery to all vessel types. Orim Energy is affiliated with the Dutch Association of Independent Bunker Suppliers (NOVE), and complies with IBIA, ISO, and ISCC standards, reflecting its commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.
With decades of industry experience and a strong trading team, Orim Energy also maintains an active presence in the marine fuel and cutter stock markets. By combining expert market knowledge, flexible logistics, and a growing portfolio of sustainable products—including B30 biofuel blends—the company plays a key role in helping the maritime sector transition toward cleaner and more cost-effective fuel solutions.
For more information, visit the company’s website.
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