Alkagesta Summarizes Key Outcomes of Participation in IBIA Annual Convention 2025

Hong Kong, November 26, 2025

Alkagesta successfully participated in the IBIA Annual Convention 2025, engaging with the IBIA Board, industry leaders, and key stakeholders from Hong Kong and Mainland China’s maritime community. The event gathered global experts to discuss the most relevant trends shaping the modern bunkering and maritime sectors.

During the convention, the Alkagesta Singapore team attended focused sessions on alternative fuels, mass flow meter transparency, regulatory developments, and digitalization. These discussions provided concise and practical insights into the technological and regulatory shifts influencing the future of marine fuel supply and maritime operations.

As new members of IBIA, Alkagesta was warmly welcomed by both the Board and the broader association. The company’s discussions with industry representatives highlighted strong alignment between Alkagesta’ s expertise and IBIA’s ongoing initiatives. The team was encouraged to take an active role in future working groups and regional activities.

“It was a true pleasure to reconnect with long standing friends, valued industry peers and forge new relationships during the IBIA Annual Convention in Hong Kong. I feel privileged and deeply grateful for the warm welcome extended by the IBIA Board as Alkagesta joins this distinguished association. We are confident that this marks the beginning of a fruitful journey, where Alkagesta can contribute meaningfully to the collective advancement of the maritime industry.” commented Mithat Chiftchioglu.

The event also offered valuable opportunities to exchange perspectives with maritime players from Singapore, Hong Kong, and Mainland China. Conversations explored potential areas of collaboration in the rapidly evolving fields of alternative fuels and digital bunkering solutions — segments undergoing significant development across the Asia-Pacific region.

Overall, participation in the IBIA Annual Convention 2025 strengthened Alkagesta’s regional network and deepened the company’s understanding of key developments that will shape the Asia-Pacific maritime and bunkering markets in the years ahead.

About Alkagesta
Alkagesta is a global commodity trading house specializing in petroleum and steel products, fertilizers, and biofuels. Established in Malta in 2018, the company operates as a multinational enterprise with 17 offices and representations worldwide. Alkagesta maintains partnerships with 28 international banks and conducts trading activities across 48 countries, facilitating approximately 9 million metric tons of commodity flows annually. Its extensive logistics network includes access to more than 700,000 cubic meters of storage capacity across Europe and Asia, supporting efficient and resilient global supply chains.
The company offers fully integrated trading capabilities — from sourcing and storage to delivery — underpinned by robust risk management, compliance, and governance frameworks.
Alkagesta was founded in 2018 by its management team and remains privately held and governed by senior leadership. Senior leadership, including the founding team, holds a significant equity stake in the company, which continues to grow in alignment with performance and strategic contribution. Today, the Group employs over 165 professionals and is built on tested systems, experienced governance, and a culture of continuous development.

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