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Contaminated fuel: MPA suspends bunker supplier’s license for 2 months
Forensic fingerprinting analysis of the fuel samples taken from the tanker showed a match with samples taken from several affected ships that had received HSFO from both Glencore and PetroChina.
Read MoreIf Diesel Exhaust Fluid Was Added To The Fuel System
In addition to accidentally refilling the fuel tank with gasoline instead of diesel, some motorists may mistakenly put the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) into the fuel tank, which can affect the performance of the fuel pump module, or lead to more serious problems.
Read MoreHow to limit your exposure to fuel contamination
Fuel contamination remains a huge financial and operational risk for shipowners and operators, as the Singapore incident from earlier this year shows. In April, around 200 vessels visiting the port experienced technical issues such as blackouts and problems with or damage to the fuel pump or engine, forcing some to debunker.
Read MoreHartford Gas Station Shuts Down Pumps After Drivers Fill Up With Water
It was trouble at the pump in Hartford after drivers realized they had filled their tanks with water.
Read MoreEarly warning system can prevent widespread fuel contamination
The Singapore fuel contamination incident that hit around 200 vessels in April 2022 could have been avoided if there was an early warning system to detect issues with the source and quality of the fuel.
Read MoreHuman kindness and racketeers’ wickedness intersect at fuel sheds
Beware of racketeers at fuel sheds, police warn. Recently at Bandaragama, two racketeers were arrested for selling 60 litres of diesel-mixed water for Rs. 24,000, claiming it was pure diesel.
Read MoreCardigan motorist claims Tesco petrol left him with garage bill - Tivyside Advertiser
A CARDIGAN motorist who claims his car engine was contaminated after he filled up at Tesco's petrol station has vowed not to be 'fobbed off'…
Read MoreUSCG Warns of Water Contamination in Fuel Systems
A towing vessel operating in a pushing-ahead configuration experienced a loss of all propulsion while operating on the Mississippi River.
Read MoreMotorists Sold Fuel Contaminated With Water
I went to the station where I bought fuel and upon leaving, my car showed warnings on the dashboard and could not start. I had driven about 300 metres from the garage. I noticed they had sold me contaminated fuel and went back to make a complaint.
Read MoreWater-contaminated fuel saw towboat lose all propulsion
the Coast Guard reports that a towing vessel operating in a pushing-ahead configuration experienced a loss of all propulsion while operating on the Mississippi River. The loss of propulsion occurred approximately three hours after getting underway and about 3.5 hours after receiving fuel from a shore-side facility.
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