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We are pleased to announce the outcome of the IBIA \u2013 International Bunker Industry Association Board elections, announced today at the IBIA Annual General Meeting (AGM), ahead of the IBIA Annual Dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London\u2019s Park Lane.<\/p>\n

A total of eleven candidates stood for election for the four available Board positions. Following the close of voting, we are delighted to confirm that the following candidates have been elected\/re-elected to serve a three-year term on the IBIA Board:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Claudia Beumer, C4 fuel B.V.<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gianmichele Campanella, Fratelli Cosulich Monaco Sam<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Calvin Chung, CPN (Chimbusco Pan Nation)<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Nigel Draffin, Consultant and Lecturer<\/p>\n

The newly elected Board members will formally assume their positions on 1 April 2026, from which date the IBIA Board will be constituted as follows:<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Adrian Tolson, 2050 Marine Energy LLC – Chair<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jeroen de Vos, Peninsula – Vice Chair<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mustafa Aslan, Asmira Group – Hon. Treasurer<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Claudia Beumer, C4 fuel B.V<\/p>\n

Gianmichele Campanella, Fratelli Cosulich Monaco Sam
\nCalvin Chung, CPN (Chimbusco Pan Nation)
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Constantinos Capetanakis, Star Bulk<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rahul Choudhuri, Veritas Petroleum Services (Asia) Pte Ltd<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Frank Dahan, CSL Group Inc<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Nigel Draffin, Consultant and Lecturer<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Colin Holloway, Cockett Marine Oil<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jon Hughes, Dan-Bunkering Africa Ltd<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ufuk Erinc, Unerco Petrol Urn. Denizcilik ve Tic. A.S.<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Deanna MacDonald, Aveera Energy<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Charlotte Rojgaard, Bureau Veritas<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Valeria Sessa, Reseaworld<\/p>\n

We would like to extend a sincere and heartfelt thank you to all IBIA members who took the time to participate in the voting process. We truly appreciate your involvement.<\/p>\n

We also thank all candidates who stood for election for their engagement and commitment, reflecting the breadth and diversity of IBIA\u2019s global membership.<\/p>\n

IBIA<\/strong> \u2013 The International Bunker Industry Association is the voice of the global marine energy value chain, representing a diverse membership of fuel suppliers, traders, shipowners, brokers, surveyors, port authorities, and maritime professionals across more than 70 countries. Established in 1993, IBIA promotes transparency, quality, and high standards in marine fuel operations and supports the industry\u2019s transition to low and zero-carbon fuels. Through advocacy at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), and its global network of training, events, and working groups, IBIA connects the industry to drive safe, sustainable, and practical solutions for the future of marine energy.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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