Engineering Assurance Through Knowledge: A Year of Global Impact and Industry Collaboration

In the complex world of marine bunkering—where every cubic meter of fuel underpins global trade—Assurance is not created by technology alone. At Metcore International Pte Ltd (Metcore), we have spent over a decade not only certifying Mass Flow Metering (MFM) systems to the highest standards but also ensuring that the people who use them truly understand how measurement drives transparency, efficiency and accountability.

As we reflect on 2025, we are reminded that our most meaningful work happens in the spaces between the technical specifications—in training rooms from Rotterdam to Zhoushan, at panel discussions in Muscat and in conversations with Port Authorities working through MFM system regulatory frameworks.

This is where measurement precision transforms into industry confidence, and where Metcore's commitment to education comes to life.

Beyond Certification: Building a Common Measurement Language

Since our incorporation in 2013, we have learned that even the most accurate meter is only as effective as the ecosystem that supports it. True Transparency and efficiency do not come from equipment alone – but from aligned standards, consistent practices, competent people and trusted data.

That is why our commitment extends beyond audits and certificates. We focus on building the professional and operational foundations that allow measurement systems to function as a common measurement language across the industry — enabling confidence, comparability and assurance throughout the marine fuel supply chain.

Our approach is straightforward --

"We meet the industry where it is, and equip it for where it is going"

• Workshops | that translate complex standards into practical, operational skills

• Industry seminars | that foster constructive dialogue between regulators, operators and technology providers

• Technical training programs | that equip surveyors, operators and stakeholders with real-world competency and confidence

• Panel discussions | that address evolving challenges, emerging risks and best practices across markets

When port authorities are navigating new regulations ...

When shipowners need to verify deliveries with confidence ...

When fuel suppliers are demonstrating compliance ...

-- Metcore is there, bridging technical expertise with practical application

2025: Our Year in Motion—From Training Rooms to Industry Forums

Twelve months. Four continents. Countless conversations.

This year, Metcore's commitment to industry education took us further than ever, connecting with stakeholders at every level of the bunkering supply chain. From intimate training sessions to large-scale industry forums, from technical standards development to practical hands-on workshops—we have been wherever the industry needed expertise, insight and partnership.

When we are not travelling ...

-- Metcore is preparing—listening, learning and participating in the conversations that keep us ahead of the curve.

Here's something we believe in: you do not wait until you are on the job to learn about safety. Especially when that job involves a fuel that's new to many in our industry.

The best part? This training happened before any of us would be certifying methanol bunkering operations. That's intentional. When it comes to new fuels and new challenges, preparation is not optional—it is fundamental.

The Ripple Effect: Real Impact Across the Bunkering Chain

Every workshop, seminar, and training session creates a ripple effect throughout the industry. The results speak through the relationships we have built and the enhanced capabilities across the entire bunkering ecosystem:

✓ Port Authorities develop regulations grounded in practical MFM system implementation knowledge

✓ Shipowners and charterers specify and verify deliveries with confidence and precision

✓ Fuel suppliers and operators demonstrate compliance while optimizing operational efficiency

✓ Surveyors and inspection bodies conduct verifications with consistent, globally aligned technical standards

✓ Industry associations and regulators collaborate on best practices that work across jurisdictions

When every stakeholder speaks the same technical language -- disputes decrease, efficiency increases and Assurance becomes the foundation of every transaction.

Looking Ahead: A Shared Journey Into 2026

From Singapore to Rotterdam, Muscat to Zhoushan and across every port in between—we have been privileged to learn alongside the dedicated professionals who power global trade.

Port engineers ensuring system accuracy. Regulators balancing innovation with safety. Surveyors guaranteeing delivery specifications. Ship operators managing tight schedules.

Each conversation, each training session, each shared challenge has deepened our conviction: the future of bunkering is not built on better technology alone—it is built on better understanding, together.

As we step into 2026, our mission remains clear and unwavering: to transform measurement into meaningful intelligence, to turn technical specifications into industry-wide confidence, and to help build a bunkering ecosystem that does not just measure accurately—but operates transparently, efficiently and collaboratively.

Because ultimately, precision is not just about numbers displayed on a screen. It is about the Assurance that allows vessels to refuel without dispute, the confidence that keeps global trade flowing smoothly and the shared knowledge that enables an entire industry to move forward as one.

Education is not something we provide to the industry—it is something we continue to build with the industry. And that partnership is what will carry us forward.

Join Us on This Journey

Whether you are a port authority exploring system implementation, a surveyor seeking technical training or an operator looking to enhance your measurement capabilities—Metcore is here as your partner -- in building Assurance.

Let's shape the future of bunkering together!