FOB Rotterdam barge assess change proposed, effective January 4

With effect from January 4, 2010, and in line with changing market requirements, Platts proposes reflecting full RMG 380 specifications in the fuel oil 1% FOB Rotterdam barge assessment, bringing specific gravity to 0.991 mg/kg, a maximum aluminum plus silicon of 80 ppm and maximum viscosity of 380 cst.

Platts currently reflects material with a maximum specific gravity of 0.998 mg/kg, a maximum aluminum and silicon content of 120ppm and a maximum viscosity of 420cst.

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