Bunker operations in Gibraltar shut amid rough weather conditions

Gibraltar has suspended all bunker operations since morning due to strong gale winds, according to port agent MH Bland.

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Gibraltar is experiencing strong gale-force wind gusts of up to 35 knots and swells of close to two metres. Around 13 vessels are waiting to bunker in the port, MH Bland says.

The weather is expected to improve tomorrow, which could enable bunker operations to resume. However, strong wind gusts are forecast to hit the region again on Saturday, which could trigger another suspension.

Huelva port has been also closed today due to wind gusts of 37 knots, MH Bland says. 

By Manjula Nair

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