Diesel oils and gasoils are usually used for the auxiliary engines which work lighting, pumps, cranes etc. The annual volume of bunkers supplied is about 140 million tonnes. This activity takes place in nearly every port in the world and in many off shore locations too. Anybody who has an interest in bunkering. The membership currently includes Ship Owners, Charterers, Managers, Bunker Suppliers, Traders, Brokers, Barging Companies, Storage Companies, Surveyors, Port Authorities, Credit reporting companies, Lawyers, P and I Clubs, Equipment Manufacturers, Shipping Journalists and Marine consultants.
Individual membership restricts the activity to the named person.
We co-operate with other shipping agencies and with governmental projects. The magazine reaches 6,000 readers and is produced quarterly. IBIA also runs training courses. The one day Basic Bunkering course is very popular, and participation is FREE for IBIA members. New three day courses at Intermediate level are under development.