Six fuel ships bound for Australia cancelled as Bowen concedes ‘flow of oil to Asian refineries has slowed’

The Guardian - World News Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Sarah Basford CanalesMarch 22, 2026 at 03:22 AM
Six fuel ships bound for Australia cancelled as Bowen concedes ‘flow of oil to Asian refineries has slowed’

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Six oil shipments destined for Australia from Malaysia, Singapore, and South Korea have been cancelled or deferred, according to Energy Minister Chris Bowen. The shipments were originally scheduled to arrive next month. Bowen acknowledged that the conflict involving Iran has created an uncertain environment affecting the flow of oil to Asian refineries. The federal government is actively working to replace the cancelled shipments, with some substitutions already secured. While acknowledging the situation, the government is not currently considering drastic measures. Bowen stated that the government is undertaking preparatory work to address the supply disruption.

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The federal government was working to replace the ships.

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Six ships from Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea were cancelled or deferred.

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The federal government is not yet considering any drastic measures.

quote — Chris Bowen100% confidence

Six fuel ships bound for Australia have been cancelled in recent days.

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fuel ships 90% oil supply 80% energy minister 70% cancelled 70% australia 60% chris bowen 50% asian refineries 50% uncertain environment 40%

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