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July Newsletter

July Newsletter
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30/07/2020

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Princes Dock, Liverpool

23/04/2026

Brookes Bell Moves to New Liverpool Waterfront Office at Princes Dock

Brookes Bell has relocated its Liverpool office to a newly refurbished 5,500 sq ft waterfront space at No.10 Princes Dock within the Liverpool Waters development, reflecting the company’s growth and commitment to Liverpool’s maritime sector, and joining other maritime and international businesses in the area.

Fuel testing

23/04/2026

Regular data and lab testing looks to offset fuel quality challenges

Brookes Bell emphasises the importance of regular testing, technical interpretation, and advanced analysis by independent experts to manage the stability and risks of Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO), addressing issues such as degradation, microbial contamination, and tank-specific anomalies to support shipowners in ensuring fuel quality and operational reliability amid evolving maritime regulations.

Harith Altuma

23/04/2026

Meet The Team: Harith Altuma

Harith Altuma, Brookes Bell's first Fuel Scientist based in Houston, Texas, brings over three decades of expertise in marine fuel analysis and forensic chemical inspection, emphasising attention to detail and proper procedures to support maritime and energy clients in addressing fuel quality challenges and disputes amid evolving fuel technologies and decarbonization efforts.

Fuel testing

23/04/2026

Going Beyond The Numbers: How Brookes Bell takes a detailed look at fuel quality issues

Brookes Bell addresses rising marine fuel quality challenges by employing expert fuel chemists to perform rigorous forensic analysis and independent testing to identify inconsistencies and resolve disputes, helping shipowners avoid costly downtime and ensure compliance amid complex regulations and diverse fuel blends.

Brookes Bell

Brookes Bell is the trading name of Brookes Bell LLP, incorporated in England as a limited liability partnership No. OC312225. Registered office: Walker House, Exchange Flags, Liverpool, L2 3YL.

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