New Zealand's fuel supply remains steady despite growing concerns over tightening diesel supplies in Europe and declining fuel inventories in the United States. Marsden Point continues to handle the bulk of fuel imports, Wellington has received fresh supply from Napier, and the overall flow of tankers remains healthy. With 11 international fuel cargoes and 24 fuel port movements recorded so far in July, New Zealand's fuel distribution network continues to perform well as the month enters its final stretch.
Marsden Point Continues to Lead
Marsden Point remains the country's busiest fuel hub.
During the week, Stena Convoy completed its visit after arriving from Daesan, South Korea, departing for Brisbane. The port is now hosting both Hafnia Falcon, which arrived from Singapore, and Gem Topaz, which arrived from Tanjung, Malaysia, with both vessels remaining alongside as of 22 July.
Wellington Receives Fresh Supply
The Andean Sun has completed its voyage from Napier and is now safely moored in Wellington, continuing the steady movement of fuel through the lower North Island.
South Island Activity Remains Quiet
Fuel shipping across much of the South Island has been relatively subdued this week.
The Challenge Pollux completed its coastal distribution run before departing Dunedin on 22 July, bound for Singapore. Christchurch, Nelson, Timaru, New Plymouth and Bluff have otherwise experienced very little fuel shipping activity over recent days.
Where Is Our Fuel Coming From?
July's shipping data continues to highlight New Zealand's diverse fuel supply network.
- South Korea remains the largest supplier, with cargoes arriving from Yeosu and Daesan.
- Singapore and Malaysia have each supplied two cargoes.
- Brisbane, Papua New Guinea and Japan have each contributed one shipment.
According to this month's records, 11 international fuel tankers have supplied New Zealand during July.
Fuel Distribution Around New Zealand
The busiest ports during July continue to reflect New Zealand's primary fuel distribution network.
- Marsden Point – 5 vessel movements
- Tauranga – 5 vessel movements
- Wellington – 4 vessel movements
- Napier – 2 vessel movements
- Nelson – 2 vessel movements
- Dunedin – 2 vessel movements
- Bluff – 1 vessel movement
- Lyttelton – 1 vessel movement
- New Plymouth – 1 vessel movement
- Timaru – 1 vessel movement
A total of 24 fuel-related port movements have been recorded across New Zealand during July so far.
Looking Ahead
The current shipping schedule suggests a steady stream of arrivals over the remainder of the month, with additional vessels expected from Singapore, South Korea and Malaysia.
For now, New Zealand's fuel supply chain continues to look healthy. While international markets remain under pressure, the flow of tankers into New Zealand's major fuel ports remains consistent, helping maintain supply throughout the country.
As always, we'll continue keeping an eye on every tanker.
Until next week...
Keep watching the ships!
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Dave Trotter is an independent Fuel Compilation Analyst and founder of Marsden Point News Radio. He tracks fuel tanker movements in and out of New Zealand using real-time shipping and port data following the Marsden Point Refinery closure. His work provides a factual, ground-level view of NZ’s fuel supply, focusing on imports, storage, and distribution across multiple ports. Dave publishes regular updates at www.davidtrotter.co.nz and via Telegram.