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13 October 2026Green Bunkering Regulatory Roadmap Launched at Malaysia Maritime Week 2026
Malaysia launched a Green Bunkering Regulatory Roadmap at Malaysia Maritime Week 2026, held from 29 September to 2 October 2026 in Kuala Lumpur.
According to Manifold Times, the roadmap was developed with the Australian Government through the Partnerships for Infrastructure programme and sets out nine strategic actions, including digital licensing, safety standards, handling procedures, green port investments and clean fuel regulations. Malay Mail reported that Malaysia and Australia are working on a policy and legal framework for green bunkering, with no timeline given. The Minister referred to the IMO's 2023 Greenhouse Gas Strategy, which calls for zero or near zero emission fuels to make up at least 5% of international shipping's energy use by 2030, with a 10% target.
Key points
- Launched at Malaysia Maritime Week 2026
- Developed with the Australian Government (Partnerships for Infrastructure)
- Nine strategic actions reported, including digital licensing and safety standards
- This summary does not state that any particular fuel is compulsory
Reported: Thursday, 8 October 2026
Type: Government announcement (not a circular)
Source: Manifold Times, Malay Mail
Type: Government announcement (not a circular)
Source: Manifold Times, Malay Mail
This is a summary for general information. Please refer to the original source and the relevant Government authority for official requirements.
