Marine Gas Oil (MGO) & Vessel Fueling Supplier Singapore
MPA-compliant Marine Gas Oil (0.5% sulphur), HVO renewable marine fuel, and alongside fueling for harbour craft, tugboats, barges, and vessels in Singapore waters. Full bunkering documentation on every delivery.
What Is Marine Gas Oil (MGO)?
Marine Gas Oil (MGO) is a distillate fuel used in marine diesel engines. It is defined under ISO 8217 as grade DMX, DMA, DMZ, or DMB, with a maximum sulphur content of 0.1% in Emission Control Areas (ECAs) and 0.5% globally under IMO 2020 regulations. MGO burns cleaner than the residual fuel oils (HFO, VLSFO) used in large oceangoing vessels, making it the standard fuel for harbour craft, tugboats, ferries, barges, workboats, and smaller commercial vessels operating in Singapore waters.
Singapore is the world’s largest bunkering port, and the Maritime Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) enforces IMO 2020 fuel sulphur regulations within Singapore’s port limits. All vessels taking on fuel in Singapore waters must comply with the applicable sulphur cap, with the relevant documentation to prove it.
Interion supplies MPA-compliant MGO to vessels operating in Singapore waters, including harbour craft licensed by MPA, tugboats, passenger ferries, workboats, barges, and offshore support vessels. We also supply ISCC-certified HVO100 renewable marine fuel as a drop-in alternative for operators with decarbonisation targets.
IMO 2020 and MPA Singapore Compliance
The IMO 2020 global sulphur cap — in force since 1 January 2020 — limits fuel sulphur content for all vessels operating outside designated ECAs to 0.5% m/m. Within ECAs (including the North Sea and North American ECA), the limit is 0.1%. Non-compliant vessels are subject to port state control detention, fines, and commercial disruption.
In Singapore, MPA enforces sulphur compliance through:
- Bunker delivery notes (BDN) — required for all fuel deliveries to vessels in Singapore waters. Interion provides MPA-compliant BDNs on every delivery.
- Representative samples — MPA requires MARPOL-compliant fuel samples to be retained for each delivery. Interion follows the correct sampling procedure for every bunkering operation.
- Certificate of analysis (COA) — confirming sulphur content, density, flash point, and other ISO 8217 parameters for the delivered batch.
- Harbour craft licensing — Interion’s supply operations are conducted in compliance with MPA’s licencing requirements for fuel suppliers operating within Singapore port limits.
HVO Renewable Marine Fuel — Interion’s Differentiator
ISCC-certified HVO100 as a drop-in marine fuel — up to 90% lifecycle CO₂ reduction, no engine changes
For operators under pressure to reduce maritime Scope 1 emissions, HVO100 is the only immediately deployable solution that works in existing engines without modification, recertification, or operational downtime.
HVO100 (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) is approved by MPA for use in harbour craft and is chemically equivalent to MGO under EN 15940. It meets the IMO 2020 sulphur cap and the 0.1% ECA limit. For vessels operating under Singapore’s maritime decarbonisation roadmap, or owners reporting under IMO CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) ratings, switching from MGO to HVO100 delivers:
- Up to 90% lifecycle CO₂ reduction — from ISCC-certified waste-feedstock HVO. Eligible for IMO CII improvement calculations.
- True drop-in — no engine modifications, no blend limits, no recertification. Switch on the next bunker call.
- Full sustainability documentation — ISCC chain-of-custody, Proof of Origin, and CO₂ savings declarations for ESG and CII reporting.
- MPA approved — accepted for harbour craft in Singapore. No special permits required.
Vessel Types We Supply in Singapore
MPA-Licensed Harbour Craft
Tugboats, launches, bumboats, water taxis, and all MPA-licensed harbour craft operating within Singapore port limits. We supply MGO and HVO in compliance with MPA harbour craft fuel requirements.
Passenger Ferries & Water Taxis
Public and private passenger ferry operators on Singapore’s island routes (Batam, Bintan, Riau Islands). Regular scheduled supply with BDN documentation and MARPOL-compliant sampling.
Marine Construction & Offshore Support
Workboats, survey vessels, crew transfer vessels, and offshore support craft operating in Singapore waters and the Johor Strait. On-demand and scheduled supply, drum or alongside delivery.
Deck Barges & Crane Barges
Non-propelled barges with onboard diesel-powered crane, winch, or auxiliary equipment. Drum or IBC delivery to jetty or alongside supply by tender.
Dredging & Reclamation Vessels
Cutter suction dredgers and trailing suction hopper dredgers operating in Singapore’s port development and reclamation projects. High-volume, regular supply contracts available.
Private Yachts & Charter Vessels
Diesel-powered private yachts and commercial charter vessels based at ONE°15 Marina, Raffles Marina, and other Singapore yacht clubs. Drum delivery to berth available.
Bunkering Documentation
Every vessel fuel delivery from Interion includes the full documentation required by MPA, MARPOL, and vessel operators’ compliance systems:
| Document | Purpose | Required By |
|---|---|---|
| Bunker Delivery Note (BDN) | Records quantity, grade, sulphur content, and time of delivery | MARPOL Annex VI — mandatory for all vessels |
| Certificate of Analysis (COA) | Confirms fuel specification: sulphur, density, flash point, viscosity | ISO 8217 — vessel operators and charterers |
| MARPOL Sample | Sealed representative fuel sample retained for dispute resolution | MARPOL Annex VI — mandatory for all vessels |
| Safety Data Sheet (SDS) | Hazard communication and handling information | MOM / workplace safety |
| ISCC Declaration (HVO only) | Chain-of-custody sustainability certificate for CO₂ reduction claims | IMO CII reporting / ESG |
| Delivery Order | Internal confirmation of quantity, date, and vessel details | Operator records / accounts |
Packaging & Delivery Options
Interion supplies marine fuel in formats suited to every vessel size and bunkering arrangement:
- Drum (200 L) — Delivered to jetty or vessel berth. Suitable for smaller harbour craft, yachts, and workboats with low monthly consumption.
- IBC Tank (1,000 L) — Jetty delivery by flatbed. For medium-sized vessels or operators topping up multiple craft from a shore-side tank.
- Road Tanker (alongside delivery) — Pumped directly to vessel tank from our tanker at the berth or jetty. For larger harbour craft, ferries, and workboats with higher consumption.
- Scheduled supply contracts — Regular delivery on agreed intervals. Price locked for contract period. Recommended for operators with predictable monthly consumption.
All deliveries to vessels in Singapore waters are conducted in compliance with MPA regulations. Contact us to discuss bunkering logistics for your vessel or fleet.
Why Choose Interion for Vessel Fueling
- MPA-compliant supply — Full BDN, COA, and MARPOL sampling on every delivery. No documentation shortcuts.
- Only supplier offering HVO marine fuel in Singapore — ISCC-certified HVO100 for operators targeting IMO CII improvement and ESG reporting.
- 30+ years supplying Singapore’s marine sector — Established 1995. Long-standing relationships with harbour craft operators, shipyards, and marine contractors.
- Flexible formats — Drum to tanker alongside delivery. One supplier for all vessel sizes.
- Emergency supply — Unplanned marine fuel requirements handled on the same terms as our emergency diesel standby service.
- Single-supplier convenience — MGO, HVO, ULSD, and AdBlue® from one account. Consolidated documentation and invoicing.
Request a vessel fueling quote or supply contract
Contact Interion for MGO or HVO marine fuel pricing, bunkering logistics, and documentation requirements for your vessel or fleet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Need MGO or HVO marine fuel in Singapore?
MPA-compliant vessel fueling with full bunkering documentation. MGO and ISCC-certified HVO100 available.