Key Port Facts
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; USCG Sector New York
Fuel Grades Available at New York / New Jersey
Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at New York / New Jersey. Click any grade for full technical specifications.
Delivery Methods
- Barge
Primary Anchorages
Stapleton anchorage, Gravesend Bay, Ambrose anchorages
Port Detail
Regional role
For vessels crossing the Atlantic on the northern routes, NY/NJ is the natural first or last US fuel stop. The port's bunker market is supplied by barges moving between New York Harbor, Newark Bay, and the Kill Van Kull.
Market structure
A handful of established bunker suppliers dominate, with product sourced from regional refineries and imports. Product quality is generally consistent.
Regulations
Inside North American ECA. Additional local Air Quality Management District rules may apply for specific pollutants. Nomination typically 3-4 days.
Operational notes
Winter weather — nor'easters and freezing temperatures — can disrupt operations. Summer thunderstorms occasionally delay barge movements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does winter weather affect bunker operations at NY/NJ?
Significant snowfall, ice in the Hudson and Kill Van Kull, and sustained high winds during nor'easters can delay barge operations. Plan January-February stems with schedule buffer.
Can I take bunkers while working containers at Newark or Elizabeth?
Yes, SIMOPS are possible at several berths subject to terminal approval. This is a common practice for tight East Coast rotations.
Is LNG bunkering available?
Limited. LNG bunkering infrastructure on the US East Coast is less developed than in Europe or Asia, though projects are under discussion.