Fuel Bunkering Service

We source competitive offers on the right fuel specification, supported by a our detailed 'best-practice' checklist for a safe and efficient operation.

The service includes:

Review your vessel’s machinery and equipment to verify the preferred fuel specification based on operational needs
Launch a competitive bid process to receive three offers from reputable bunker suppliers, selected based on recent feedback from the fleet and geographic location
Review the terms and conditions of the fuel supply contracts
Consult with a technical service provider to verify the fuel specification pre-supply, ensuring compliance with regulation 18.3 of MARPOL Annex VI
Perform remote checks to ensure the vessel’s bunkering capacity aligns with the ordered quantities
Provide a comprehensive bunkering checklist covering the entire process, from pre-hose connection to completion of bunkering
Offer guidance on fuel sample collection and lab analysis if necessary
Assist with unsatisfactory fuel sample analysis and support with contacting suppliers or relevant parties for resolution and
Burgess can provide additional advice and assistance in arranging a suitable berth or fuel dock for bunkering operations

Ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective fuel bunkering for your yacht.

Yacht Support Services

Discover the Burgess difference

With a managed fleet of over 100 yachts and the largest Yacht Management team, Burgess has huge experience in solving problems, building efficiencies and supporting yachts of all sizes, including yachts under 500GT. Our new Yacht Support Services resource lets you access any aspect of that expertise when you need it. Issue by issue, we’re here to make yachting easier and more enjoyable for you.

World-class expertise and a trusted fee structure

You can have Burgess experts on the phone - for the best support and advice when you need it. Burgess is on your side, from using our knowledge to anticipate risks and liabilities, to our fee structure where all associated fees are passed onto the client or at cost.

Support available in crew services and finance

We can source and recruit crew, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and provide training. We can also manage payroll and offer advice to prevent and solve crew disputes. Financially we can set up bank accounts, sort the credit cards, upskill in Sage systems and provide a dedicated Burgess accountant.

Compliance, insurance and technical support

Get organised with our Cloud-based system, order an any-time audit, clarify complex new legislation and make compliance simple with templates. Analyse and compare different insurance options and get expert legal support with claims. Order a yacht survey with analysis and get a robust PMS with support and training.

Emergency Response Chase Boat Support Document Organiser Survey and Assessment Banking and Payment

Annual Budget Creation Crew Recruitment Refit Planning Airtime Research Voyage Planning Service