Bunker Prices in Piraeus
Piraeus is the principal bunkering hub of the East Mediterranean. Deliveries are made by barge at the Piraeus anchorage areas, and a deep pool of physical suppliers keeps the port consistently among the most competitive in the region.
Indicative price range today
| Grade | Indicative range ($/MT) |
|---|---|
| VLSFO 0.5% | $610 – $630 |
| LSMGO 0.1% | $700 – $730 |
| IFO 380 | $470 – $490 |
Brent-indexed estimate calibrated to published hub averages — not a tradable quote. Firm prices come from supplier offers.
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Bunkering at Piraeus
Piraeus is the principal bunkering hub of the East Mediterranean. Deliveries are made by barge at the Piraeus anchorage areas, and a deep pool of physical suppliers keeps the port consistently among the most competitive in the region.
Since 1 May 2025 the Mediterranean SOx Emission Control Area is in force, capping sulphur at 0.10% inside the Med. That has shifted demand toward LSMGO and ULSFO grades in Piraeus, so availability and price spreads between grades are worth watching more closely than before.
Key facts
By barge at anchorage; alongside possible at some terminals
VLSFO 0.5%, LSMGO 0.1%, IFO 380
24–48 hours
Inside the Mediterranean ECA since 1 May 2025 — 0.10% while sailing in the Med
Frequently asked questions
How does the 2025 Med ECA affect bunkering in Piraeus?
Ships sailing in the Mediterranean must burn 0.10% sulphur fuel (typically LSMGO or ULSFO) or use approved abatement. VLSFO 0.50% remains legal to carry and to burn outside the ECA, so mixed stems — VLSFO for ocean legs, LSMGO for Med legs — are common.
Is Piraeus cheaper than Istanbul or Malta?
It varies with each port's supply situation. Piraeus usually carries a lower premium than Istanbul, while Malta competes on the Gibraltar–Suez lane. Comparing live quotes across the three is the reliable way to decide.
How do I get a firm price?
The figures on this page are Brent-indexed estimates. For a firm offer, send one request through BunkerIstanbul and verified suppliers respond with competing quotes — free for shipowners and operators.