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Houston

US Gulf Coast seaport where bunker demand has been reported as strong over the past week.

Country: United States
Location: Houston, Texas
Region: Gulf Coast

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Latest reports mentioning Houston

30 Oct 2026

Houston bunker availability tight; HSFO and VLSFO lead times extend to a week

Sources indicated on 29 October 2026 that prompt availability of conventional bunker grades at Houston is tight this week, with HSFO and VLSFO requiring lead times of more than five days to a week and LSMGO available within four to seven days.

27 Oct 2026

Testing specialist warns off‑spec bunkers risk engine damage and costly repairs

German testing specialist CMT has warned shipowners to increase fuel-quality checks after off‑spec bunker alerts at major hubs, saying contaminated or unstable fuel risks engine damage and costly downtime.

18 Sept 2026

Tight prompt bunker supply reported as Houston demand remains firm

A trader told ENGINE that prompt bunker stocks were tight across much of the Americas and lead times for major fuel grades were running at five to seven days, The report says.