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Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory and headland located on Spain's south coast. With its pristine location at the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea, The Strait of Gibraltar is one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world. Gibraltar is also a popular port for cruise ships and attracts day visitors from resorts in Spain. The Rock is a popular tourist attraction, particularly among British tourists and residents in the southern coast of Spain.

Gibraltar Cruise Terminal receives a large number of visits from cruise ships. Passenger and cargo ships also anchor in the Gibraltar Harbor. The Harbor is also home to a ferry that links Gibraltar with Tangier in Morocco. The country is home to more than 320 merchant ships and over 830 pleasure yachts. As of 2015, more than 120,000 ships pass through the Strait each year.

As a trusted dealer of marine fuels and lubricant oils, Mediterranean Fuels has set up a hub in Gibraltar to respond to the needs of both local and visiting customers who operate fishing boats, ocean-going yachts, cruise ships, cargo ships, and military vessels in the region. We provide our customers with the bunkering services they need to keep their vessels and businesses going.

With Mediterranean Fuels, clients can rest assured the fuels and lubricants they buy are coming from trusted industry names such as Castrol, Mobil, Total, and others. To give our customers more options, we also supply products from other independent producers.

Mediterranean Fuels supplies only the finest fuel in Gibraltar. Being a dealer of Marine Gas Oil (MGO), Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, and a wide range of marine lubricants, it is our goal to both meet and exceed the demands of our clients throughout the Mediterranean. All of our branches are ready to cater to the needs of our customers practically wherever they are in the Mediterranean Basin.

Mediterranean Fuels supply locations in Gibraltar :

North Mole Gibraltar

Western Arm Terminal

Berth 1W-2W-3W & 1E-2E-3E

Berths 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12

Extension Jetty

Berths 7 & 8

Container Berth

No. 1 East Superyacht Fuel Dock

South Mole Gibraltar

Queensway Quay Marina

Coaling Island

Detached Mole Gibraltar

Contact our sales team for current fuel and lubricant oil prices in Gibraltar  and throughout the Mediterranean.

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Yacht passengers, captains, and management companies should be focused on the journey, not the fuel. Before you set off, or while you are underway, we deliver high-quality fuel, specialist technical support, and premier customer service.

It’s not easy to manage the complexities of fueling, especially when you have so much going on. Our experts will suggest the best places to take on fuel and our long-standing supplier relationships mean you get premium quality fuel at competitive prices.

Get quality fuel and lubricants backed by specialized technical expertise and 24/7 support, anywhere in the world. Rely on our expertise in duty and tax regulations for cost-effective fueling. We also offer Jet A1 for helicopters all from one trusted provider.

We make sure you always receive the strongest logistical support and highest quality service – wherever and whenever you need it. Our team is based in over 30 offices around the world. And our specialist technical team is available 24/7, wherever you are.

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With specialized teams and a full portfolio of related value-added services, we support every vessel type, every day.

We have fueled superyachts in 2,000 ports in 48 countries and supplied over 700 million liters. We have strong partnerships with fully vetted local  suppliers  and physical supply in key locations for a reliable global network.

Access reliable physical supply in  Gibraltar , where we are considered the premier superyacht supplier of marine and Jet A1 fuels, and lubricants. In addition to our physical setup we are the only official Shell ®  oil distributor in both Spain and Gibraltar.

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Peninsula’s Gibraltar office principally manages the physical supply operations undertaken in the Strait of Gibraltar (Ports of Gibraltar and Algeciras) as well as in Las Palmas, Barcelona and Malta.

The Gibraltar office is actively engaged in Peninsula’s global reselling business and is the head office for the company’s Risk Management business.

Peninsula’s Gibraltar office also liaises closely with the Group’s ship agency and technical services businesses providing strong synergy benefits for its clients.

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Gib Oil® is Gibraltar's fuel specialist for marine, aviation and land-based fuels and related services. We are valued by our customers as a reputable and reliable supplier of quality fuels and services. We have secure local facilities, including the premier yacht facility in the Mediterranean. We have a strong local team of experienced fuel professionals, and we are authorised to distrbute Shell® lubricants in Gibraltar. Through our parent company, World Fuel Services Corporation, we have many additional fuelling locations globally, as well as extended global resources in credit and price risk management.

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Gib Oil's Western Arm Terminal in Gibraltar is a superior berth in the Mediterranean, offering duty-free fuel lifts with competitive fuel prices, capacity to accommodate the largest of megayachts, and premium service from our experienced team. Our products and services for yachts and other marine vessels include:

• MGO DMA max0.1%S
• AGO – ultra low sulphur gasoil
• Large portfolio of Shell® lubricants
• Truck-accessible berth(s)
• Waste removal
• Lube oil pumping service
• Supplies from Ocean Village marina

Gib Oil supplies and delivers a spectrum of quality commercial fuels and lubricants to domestic, industrial and wholesale customers in Gibraltar:

• At Gibraltar International Airport (GIB), Gib Oil supplies jet fuel to scheduled and charter airlines, corporate flights and the military. We are pleased to accept the  AVCARD ® charge card from all our aviation customers.
• Gib Oil supplies the main GIBELEC Power Station via a dedicated pipeline from our shore facilities.
• Gib Oil operates two conveniently located retail service stations offering a full range of fuels, lubricants, car care products, and a wide range of household items.

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By Conor Feasey 19 Jul 2023

Peninsula to supply biofuel in Gibraltar

Chris warde details how greater transparency within the biofuel supply chains will help decarbonise yachting in the med….

Peninsula will supply biofuels to yacht owners in the Gibraltar Strait and surrounding areas having recently received its International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC). The fuel provider can now track the sustainability credentials of fuel from source to supply, enabling its customers to calculate their carbon emission reductions when using biofuel.

“What this does for yacht owners is remove the vagueness around the benefits of biofuels and allows them to see what their carbon [emission] reductions are,” Chris Warde, Head of Peninsula Yacht Services tells the Superyacht Group. “This not only includes their fuel consumption but also takes into account the feedstock, production and transportation of the fuel to their boat.”

European commercial shipping now has legislation requiring ships to calculate their carbon footprint under the FuelEU Maritime. “But yachting doesn’t have that yet, which is why the ISCC is great as it provides that transparency,” continues Warde, adding that this is imperative considering there are no local biofuel producers in Gibraltar.

“You only have to look at the work of the YETI tool from Water Revolution Foundation , or SEA index out of Monaco to understand that it’s not just the impact at use that needs to be measured and reduced to improve our environmental footprint.”

Warde highlights that the use of second-generation feedstocks is key to lowering emissions and providing a viable source of low-carbon fuel. First-generation feedstock refers to crops grown specifically for the purpose of producing biofuels on land that could be used to produce food. “Whilst second-generation feedstocks are mainly from agricultural waste and used cooking oils that do not compete with food production,” he says.

Biofuel produced using second-generation feedstock has the potential to cut a yacht’s carbon fuel emissions by 90%, according to Peninsula. Average reductions however are estimated to be between 75% to 90%.

The ISCC certification system would then provide fully traceable information on the fuel. To ensure that its marine fuels can be fully certified, the ISCC assesses everything from farm level to the moment the fuel is onboard. Each company in the supply chain is audited annually to ensure they are meeting and continuing to meet ISCC’s required standards and specifications.  

 “We can now provide yacht owners with the evidence of their fuel’s environmental impact,” says Warde. “This way, they can understand what is actually happening, giving them providence over their fuel consumption.”

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Peninsula Targets Yacht Owners for Gibraltar Biofuel Bunker Sales

Peninsula first announced its plan to supply biofuel blends in the Gibraltar Strait in February. File Image / Pixabay

Global marine fuel supplier and trading firm Peninsula will be seeking to persuade yacht owners to become customers of its biofuel blend supply operation in the Gibraltar Strait .

The firm will be targeting yacht owners seeking to demonstrate a reduction in their GHG emissions, news provider Superyacht News reported earlier this month. The firm's ISCC certification will give owners more visibility over the environmental credentials of their fuel, the report cited Chris Warde , head of Peninsula Yacht Services , as saying.

"What this does for yacht owners is remove the vagueness around the benefits of biofuels and allows them to see what their carbon [emission] reductions are," the report cited Warde as saying.

"This not only includes their fuel consumption but also takes into account the feedstock, production and transportation of the fuel to their boat."

Demand for biofuel bunker blends is increasing as shipowners take them on as a drop-in replacement for conventional fuels with a lower carbon footprint, allowing them to reduce GHG emissions without investing in new ships capable of running on other alternative fuels.

Peninsula first announced its plan to supply biofuel blends in the Gibraltar Strait in February.

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How2Yacht Agents is the only exclusive yacht agent in Gibraltar. It is dedicated to serving the in-port and on-shore requirements of captains, crew and owners, and prides itself on the personalised service it offers all visitors.

With over 30 combined years working within the yachting and finance industries, the founders of How2Yachts Agents has a deep understanding of the needs of its clients. The team listens to feedback from clients, both good and bad, to ensure it constantly improves its service offering.

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Contact us and we will arrange the most competitive quotes for you and arrange the logistics of fuel delivery. We have direct access to a wide network of suppliers and brokers worldwide. Let us provide you with a competitive price comparison. We make enquiries on your behalf with our local suppliers to accommodate your request, guarantying the best price due to the volume of yachts we send them. 

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BERTH RESERVATIONS

Gibraltar’s Marinas are popular destinations for travellers from all over the world. We liaise with clients in order to pre-book their yacht berths so that availability is ensured prior to the yacht’s arrival. Just contact us with dates and yacht details and we will do the rest for you.

OIL / FUEL BUNKERING

Global Yachts can make arrangements for your yacht to receive fuel and oil as you require. Gibraltar has most grades of fuel available, including low-sulphur fuels and most major brands of oil are also readily available. Bunkering can take place alongside berth.

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We understand that clients prefer to enjoy their travels rather than have to deal with all the regulations and documentation that goes with berthing in a port. Global Yachts liaises with you in advance of arriving in port, or as soon as possible on arrival, in order to deal with all the formalities on your behalf so that you can simply proceed to make the most of your visit to Gibraltar.

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Experienced in customs formalities and arrangements, Global Yachts can make sure that all passengers are registered and have appropriate documentation in order to spend time in Gibraltar. We can also arrange for your crew (in particular during crew changes in Gibraltar) to have all correct documentation so that the relevant formalities can be properly completed according to Gibraltar’s customs regulations.

PROVISIONS AND SUPPLIES

Gibraltar is an important stop for travellers, not just as an enjoyable tourist destination, but also to refuel and to stock up on essential yacht provisions. We will help you to re-stock your yacht supplies, whether these are basic provisions or high-end luxury items. With close links to local providers, Global Yachts can help you to ensure that you enjoy the best quality standards of provisions for your onward journey.

GARBAGE / SLOPS REMOVAL

As part of an internationally renowned shipping agency, Global Yachts is perfectly place to facilitate garbage and slops removal from your yacht while it is berthed in Gibraltar. Slops reception can be arranged alongside berth and both high and low flash products can be removed and disposed of locally. We also make arrangements with a local company to dispose of garbage berthside.

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Global Yachts can readily organize crew changes and arrange all the necessary immigration formalities. Gibraltar International Airport is situated only 1.4 km from the Port and has daily connections to a number of cities in UK including London. Transfer arrangements can also be made from Spain through the nearby Spanish airports of Malaga and Jerez, both only 1.5 hours’ drive from Gibraltar.

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

We know that your health is vital to you and that medical services are important when travelling. Gibraltar provides medical assistance at short notice round the clock and is an ideal port if you or a crew member requires medical services. Global Yachts can arrange for medical assistance on shore at local clinics, or we can arrange on-board assistance. Medical services also include inoculations and drug/alcohol testing.

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At Global Yachts, we believe that time is one of your most precious assets and we want to help you make the best of your time in Gibraltar. We offer a 24/7 year round concierge service to a standard that will surpass your expectations. We pride ourselves in providing a truly holistic service to each of our clients and, in every aspect of our services, we aim at perfection so that you can enjoy Gibraltar at its brilliant best.

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Global Yachts can help you make the most of your time in Gibraltar to ensure that your vessel is in tip-top condition. We can arrange for on-board repairs and dry docking if necessary, and we can arrange for the delivery of spare parts to the yacht through air freight arriving either directly into Gibraltar via our International Airport or by road from Spain. We deal with all customs arrangements necessary to receive technical equipment and spare parts into Gibraltar on behalf of our clients.

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Global Yachts are here to help you make the most of your time in Gibraltar. We can pre-arrange hotel reservations in one of Gibraltar’s excellent hotels, so that you can enjoy a relaxed luxurious stay, and, with our attention to detail, we can arrange for you to maximize your stay with bookings for hotel spa experiences, associated event ticket bookings and other tourism arrangements.

TAXI / VEHICLE RENTALS

Taxis or chauffeured vehicles can be made available in advance for whatever trips you require once you have disembarked in Gibraltar. We can also arrange for hire vehicles to be immediately available to you.

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Gibraltar is a historic city with a stunning Nature Reserve in the Upper Rock. Discover Gibraltar at your own pace through an exclusive private tour or excursion to your choice of sites. From the iconic lighthouse at Europa Point to the underground magnificence of St Michael’s Cave via Gibraltar’s Skywalk, a top of the rock experience – we can help to make the stay memorable for your and your guests.

FREIGHT HANDLING & COURIER SERVICES

Global Yachts can arrange for your important documents or freight deliveries to arrive at your yacht while you are at berth in Gibraltar, as well as for outgoing courier and freight services to be available to you, your passengers and crew.

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION

Whatever your onward travel requirements – whether you wish to arrange a chauffer-driven journey to the magnificent cities of Southern Spain, or hire a private jet for a journey of greater distance – we are able to make all the relevant arrangements, leaving you to simply decide where you wish to go.

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Gibraltar has its own specific customs laws that are outside of the European Union Customs arrangements. Global Yachts arranges all the customs formalities for you so that you, your crew and passengers can travel with peace of mind. In the same way, we can make all the arrangements necessary to help you on your onward journey.

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Yachts And Fuel – How Much Do They Really Consume?

Fuel is one of many annual running costs of a yacht. Not only does the yacht need fuel for cruising; the generators require it to keep the vessel running while at anchor and underway. As well as this, many of the water sports toys require it too.

Some yachts cross the Atlantic Ocean twice a year between the Mediterranean and Caribbean while others embark on world cruises. That equates to a lot of fuel.

So How Much Do They Really Consume?

According to the Yachting Pages, the longest Superyacht in the world, 180m M/Y Azzam, holds 1,000,000 litres of fuel. To put it into perspective, that is the equivalent of filling a regular hatchback car 23,800 times. Or, six Boeing 747 commercial airliners.

West Nautical’s Vessel Manager, Tony Hildrew, a former Yacht Chief Engineer said:

“Fuel is the single biggest expense when it comes to yacht operations, it is estimated that the global spend on fuel is around $150bn annually however this shouldn’t put you off, there are a number of ways to ensure your fuel consumption doesn’t get out of hand. Implementing a Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan or SEEMP for short is a great way to keep fuel costs down without compromising on your cruising experience.”

Each yacht will consume fuel differently for a number of reasons. It could be the size and make of the engines. Or, how often the yacht is using generators. As well as the number of tenders and water sports toys on board that require fuel. For example, if the yacht is out at anchor and running on generators 90% of the time, the fuel consumption will be much higher than a yacht that is in a marina at night and connected to shore power and water.

Another factor that will affect fuel consumption is the yacht’s itinerary. This is because the sea conditions will impact how much fuel the engines consume.

How Is Consumption Measured?

You will be able to input the start and ending points of your cruise on the map. This will automatically update the distance table. The next step is to enter the speed, fuel consumption and cost of fuel per litre to determine the cost of the trip.

Here is an example: A fast 30m yacht cruising at 20 knots will consume roughly 400 – 500 litres depending on the engine type. This would equate to the total consumption of 2500 litres for a distance of 100 nautical miles.

Another example is, a 70m yacht looking to travel 100 nautical miles with the engines burning 1000 litres per hour would add up to a total consumption of 8335L for that passage. Depending on where the yacht bunkered, the estimated cost with the price per litre being on the low end at €0.90 per litre would cost a total of €7501.50. An example of a 100 nautical mile passage would take you from Saint Tropez to The North Coast of Corsica.

How Much Does It Cost?

Fuel prices fluctuate depending on which country you bunker in and some places you bunker offer tax free fuel such a Gibraltar and Montenegro. Fuel prices can vary but typically costs between €0.80 and €1.30 per litre.

Yacht charter, sales and management company West Nautical added:

“Fuel costs should be at the top of any yacht owner and captain’s minds for two reasons: to minimise costs as well as reduce the environmental impact of burning unnecessary fuel. The superyacht charter market, more than most other markets, relies on pristine waters for their guests to enjoy their holiday. If the oceans in popular charter destinations are not maintained, it will decrease the demand for yacht charter and therefore the revenue for owners.” “If you are looking for expertise in operational management and engineering in order to plan a SEEMP, West Nautical would be delighted to assist.”

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Superyachts are the most elite asset a person can own, your own private yacht to cruise the world’s most beautiful destinations. Some yachts cross the Atlantic Ocean twice a year between the Mediterranean and Caribbean while others embark on world cruises.

Fuel is one of many annual running costs of a yacht and not only does the yacht need fuel for cruising; the generators require fuel to keep the vessel running while at anchor and underway, as well as many of the water sports toys requiring fuel.

So how much do they really consume?

According to the Yachting Pages, the longest Superyacht in the world, 180m M/Y Azzam, holds 1,000,000 litres of fuel. To put it into perspective, that is the equivalent of filling a regular hatchback car 23,800 times or six Boeing 747 commercial airliners.

West Nautical’s Vessel Manager, Tony Hildrew, a former Yacht Chief Engineer said: “Fuel is the single biggest expense when it comes to yacht operations, it is estimated that the global spend on fuel is around $150bn annually however this shouldn’t put you off, there are a number of ways to ensure your fuel consumption doesn’t get out of hand. Implementing a Ships Energy Efficiency Management Plan or SEEMP for short is a great way to keep fuel costs down without compromising on your cruising experience.”

Each yacht will consume fuel differently for a number of reasons – the size and make of the engines, how often the yacht is using generators and the number of tenders and water sports toys on board that require fuel. For example, if the yacht is out at anchor and running on generators 90% of the time, the fuel consumption will be much higher than a yacht that is in a marina at night and connected to shore power and water.

Another factor that will affect fuel consumption is the yacht’s itinerary as the sea conditions will impact how much fuel the engines consume.

Fuel consumption is often measured in litres per hour, the best way to calculate the total fuel consumption for your itinerary is by using a fuel calculator like the one found here on the West Nautical website.

You will be able to input the start and ending points of your cruise on the map, this will automatically update the distance table. The next step is to enter the speed, fuel consumption and cost of fuel per litre to determine the cost of the trip.

Here is an example: A fast 30m yacht cruising at 20 knots will consume roughly 400 – 500 litres depending on the engine type, this would equate to the total consumption of 2500 litres for a distance of 100 nautical miles.

Another example is, a 70m yacht looking to travel 100 nautical miles with the engines burning 1000 litres per hour would add up to a total consumption of 8335L for that passage. Depending on where the yacht bunkered, the estimated cost with the price per litre being on the low end at €0.90 per litre would cost a total of €7501.50. An example of a 100 nautical mile passage would take you from Saint Tropez to The North Coast of Corsica.

Fuel prices fluctuate depending on which country you bunker in and some places you bunker offer tax free fuel such a Gibraltar and Montenegro. Fuel prices can vary but typically costs between €0.80 and €1.30 per litre.

Yacht charter, sales and management company West Nautical added; “Fuel costs should be at the top of any yacht owner and captain's minds for two reasons: to minimise costs as well as reduce the environmental impact of burning unnecessary fuel. The superyacht charter market, more than most other markets, relies on pristine waters for their guests to enjoy their holiday. If the oceans in popular charter destinations are not maintained, it will decrease the demand for yacht charter and therefore the revenue for owners.” “If you are looking for expertise in operational management and engineering in order to plan a SEEMP, West Nautical would be delighted to assist.”

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Below you will find a selection of marine services in the area which are recommended by the HarbourGuides.com team.

Address: M.Sheppard & Co Ltd, 34 Ocean Village Avenue, Waterport, Gibraltar

Address: Pro Services Marine, Unit 1a, 9/11 West Place Of Arms, Corral Rd, GX11 1AA, Gibraltar

Address: Marine Safety (Gibraltar) Ltd, Unit 31, New Harbours, Gibraltar

Address: 47 Irish Town, Gibraltar

Address: Marine & Industrial Services, West Place of Arms, Corral Road,Gibraltar

Address: Watergardens 4, Gibraltar, GX11 1AA

Address: Smith Imossi & Company Ltd, 47 Irish Town, PO Box 185, Gibraltar

Address: CEPSA Gibraltar Yacht Terminal, 1C Waterport, Gibraltar,GX11 1AA

Address: Gibunco Ship Agency, Europort Building 7, 2nd floor, PO Box 51 Gibraltar, GX11 1AA

Address: All Motor Boat & Yacht Services, Queensway Quay Marina, gibraltar GX11 1AA

Address: Motor Boat & Yacht Services, Queensway Quay Marina, Gibraltar, PO Box 19

Address: Dive Charters, 4 Admirals Walk, Marina Bay, Gibraltar GX11 1AA

Address: John M Piris & Sons Ltd, 33 Main Street. Suite 4, Gibraltar

Address: Jebel Tarik Security LTD, Suite 21B, Don House, 30-38 Main Street

Address: PO Box 1503, New Harbours, Rosia Road

Address: Callaghan Insurance Brokers Ltd, Suite 827, P O Box 708, Gibraltar, GX11 1AA

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Fuel Price In Gibraltar

• Thread starter Dig
• Start date 29 Mar 2012
• 29 Mar 2012

Dose any one know the current price of boat transit Diesel in Gibraltar ?  

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About £1.05/l, Ceuta is slightly cheaper at around €1.15/l. If you can find a supply, Morocco should be best at just under 60p/l but Smir had no stock as of a month ago, worth a call to check current situation.  

Thanks for your reply ,i was wondering Is that a tax free price as we would be only passing through Gib,also if we go to Morocco is the in and out papers expensive ?  

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• 31 Mar 2012

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Hiya. There are no charges for entering or leaving Morocco. Tangier has recently been full and turning away visitors, big new marina planned. Last week Smir diesel dock was blocked off by a dredger. For latest info, phone +212 39977. The girls in the office speak good English. There is no transit rate...I just rang Cepsa! Today price £1.013. Rate for over 500l, 0.913. The old Shell and BP docks have changed. 2 companies, Gib Oil and Cepsa (Spanish) are now the bunker people. For latest, Cepsa 00350200 60686, Gib Oil, 00350 200 03400 Hope this helps, CS  

Thanks for info,do you know of a good marina at Gib?  

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La Linea Marina prices ? Does anybody in Gib know the fees charged across the border for daily mooring in June/July for 9 m yacht. As ever many thanks for all replies David.  

All info here http://eng.puertodeportivoalcaidesa.es/  

Any updates regarding the fuel situation in Smir. Just doing a little preplanning ..  

Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I have, and perhaps people familiar with GiB can help. If I enter Gib, just to refuel and leave again, do I need to report to customs and do the whole paperwork thing?, and thus should do do the same when reentering Spain.  

• 12 Sep 2014

Provided you go to the fuel dock beside the runway and Ocean Village you do not need to clear in. Just do not go to one of the two marina's. When you enter Spain afterwards give your last port of staying as the last port. The Spanish customs and Guardia Civil have a very efficient tracking system via the form everybody has to complete on their arrival at a marina in Spain. I was in Smir a short time ago and the dredger was not on the fuel dock. They use the dredger a lot because of silting so the availability of fuel can vary from day to day. Ceuta always has fuel and its close to Smir. Michael  

• 13 Sep 2014

Fuel price update. 73p a litre this week, got a discount down to 60p a litre. Hurrah.  

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• 14 Sep 2014

When I filled a couple of weeks ago, the discount was for over 100l so you will be in, but last Monday I only got 50l but discount applied. CEPSA dock, no reason given but we are regular customers. There is no red diesel, that's a UK thing. One of Gibs major revenue streams involves bunkering. Sometimes up to 30 ships a day visit Gib for duty free bunkers, so Sybarite, the answer is a very definite yes! Bunkering is also carried out on the Spanish side of the Bay and across in Ceuta. 'Dodge the Tanker' is the local yachtsmans challenge!  

• 15 Sep 2014

Filled up at Cespa this morning and was charged 58p (GB £) a litre for 82 litres - cost £48 by card (its a little more in Euro)  

• 24 Sep 2014

Trident said: Filled up at Cespa this morning and was charged 58p (GB £) a litre for 82 litres - cost £48 by card (its a little more in Euro) Click to expand...

Bringing this back up! We'll be in Gibraltar at the end of the month and I was wondering what the fuel prices are like. I found a website from CEPSA that advertises 60p for diesel and 73p for petrol, however this has not changed in the past two months, so I wonder if it is current. Site: http://www.cepsagibyachtfuels.com/home.php I also assume this is in Pound Sterling. The price... doesn't seem great.  

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