From this date, all bunker vessels operating in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp-Bruges must use a Mass Flow Meter (MFM) when delivering residual distillates and biofuels. This technology ensures accurate measurement of fuel quantities, making bunkering more transparent, efficient, and reliable.

• The bunker surveyor continues to play a vital role, even with MFM in place. Ports strongly recommend using a qualified and recognised surveyor familiar with the system.

• Important: The MFM system must be certified and registered with the Harbour Master before 1 January 2026. Failure to comply may result in fines or revocation of the licence. If you work with a bunker barge, ensure all documentation is in order.

Key points to note:

• A valid bunkering licence remains mandatory for delivering these fuels. Compliance with specific regulations is required and regularly monitored by port authorities, sometimes unannounced or triggered by market signals.

With ambitious targets and growing turbine sizes, the pressure on port infrastructure is increasing. The whitepaper outlines both the opportunities and bottlenecks in scaling up offshore wind, including the urgent need for more port capacity across Europe.

Rotterdam stands out as the most strategic hub, offering deep waters, large quays, excellent hinterland connections and a strong offshore cluster.

At Offshore Energy, we’ll engage with industry leaders, innovators and policymakers to discuss how we can accelerate the rollout of offshore wind in a smarter, safer and more inclusive way. The future of energy is offshore.

Offshore Energy in Amsterdam is Europe’s leading event for the offshore energy and maritime industries. This year, Port of Rotterdam will be present with its own booth to showcase our strategic role in the energy transition. Offshore wind is a key pillar in this transition, as highlighted in our latest whitepaper The Future of Energy Supply is Offshore.

Innovation in maritime manufacturing

Port of Rotterdam will be present with its own booth, sharing our vision for the future of the maritime industry. We’ll meet with clients, partners, and innovators to highlight how our port is a breeding ground for maritime progress. Europort is where technology and tradition come together.

Europort is one of the world’s most influential maritime exhibitions, taking place in our very own world port city of Rotterdam. This international trade fair focuses on advanced technology and complex shipbuilding, attracting participants from over 100 countries.

Over two days, the summit will feature: 

• A high-level conference with keynote speakers and breakout sessions 

• Dynamic panel discussions 

• A networking dinner 

• A site visit to the shore power installation for the cruise terminal in the port of Rotterdam

You can use code SPS25-POR20 for 20% off your ticket.

What can you expect?

This international event brings together stakeholders from across the maritime supply chain. Leaders in cargo, ports, and logistics will gather to exchange strategies, share insights, and forge new partnerships to accelerate the implementation of shore power. 

Meet us at the Shore Power Summit, taking place on 12–13 November in Rotterdam. We are one of the sponsors of this event, as it aligns with our shore power ambitions. To become the world’s most efficient and sustainable port by 2050, numerous sustainability projects are underway across the supply chain. These include the implementation of shore power.

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