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Bunkering at Barcelona

The Port of Barcelona is one of the largest in the western Mediterranean, handling containers, cruise vessels, ro-ro, and bulk. The port is a key bunker stop for vessels on Asia-Med rotations and serves as Mediterranean re-bunker between the Strait of Gibraltar and the Italian peninsula.

Key Port Facts

UN/LOCODE
ESBCN
Coordinates
41.35°N, 2.16°E
Country
Spain

Fuel Grades Available at Barcelona

Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Barcelona. Click any grade for full technical specifications.

Delivery Methods

Primary Anchorages

Barcelona outer anchorage

Port Detail

Western Med position

Barcelona sits between the Strait of Gibraltar (~600 nm) and the Italian peninsula, making it a natural re-bunker stop. With the 2025 Med ECA in effect, LSMGO demand has grown substantially.

Cruise capital

Barcelona is the busiest cruise port in the Mediterranean and one of the busiest in the world. LSMGO supply for cruise tonnage is a major segment year-round.

LNG bunkering capability

Barcelona has operational LNG bunker capability via truck-to-ship and is developing barge-based supply. Costa, MSC, and Royal Caribbean LNG-fuelled cruise tonnage routinely refuels here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barcelona LNG-bunker capable for large vessels?

Truck-to-ship is operational; LNG-barge service is in development. For large LNG stems, Algeciras or Rotterdam may be more practical depending on routing.

Are cruise-specific terms different?

Cruise tonnage often has dedicated supply agreements with major suppliers. Spot stems are also routinely available.

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