PD ISO/PAS 23263:2019

What is ISO/PAS 23263- marine fuel quality about?  

ISO/PAS 23263 addresses quality considerations that apply to marine fuels in view of the implementation of maximum 0,50 mass % S in 2020 and the range of marine fuels that will be placed on the market in response to the international statutory requirements to reduce exhaust gas emissions.  

ISO/PAS 23263 defines general requirements that apply to all 0,50 mass % sulfur (S) fuels and confirms the applicability of ISO 8217 for those fuels. 

ISO/PAS 23263 gives technical considerations which might apply to particular fuels for the following characteristics: 

• Kinematic viscosity 
• Cold flow properties 
• Stability 
• Ignition characteristics 
• Catalyst fines 

Who is ISO/PAS 23263- marine fuel quality for? 

ISO/PAS 23263- marine fuel quality is useful for: 

• Fuel producers, suppliers, traders, fuel terminals and supply facilities  
• Ship owners, ship operators  
• Classification societies, fuel testing services, engine designers 
• Petroleum industry 

Why should you use ISO/PAS 23263- marine fuel quality? 

ISO/PAS 23263 provides technical guidance which might apply to particular fuels for the following characteristics: 

• Kinematic viscosity 
• Cold flow properties 
• Stability 
• Ignition characteristics 
• Catalyst fines 

ISO/PAS 23263 helps you ensure stability of residual fuel for safe handling and use on board ships. Compliance with ISO/PAS 23263 lets you evaluate fuel segregation policy and the means to determine the compatibility between fuels on board and from on shore. 

ISO/PAS 23263 guides ship operators to minimize commingling of fuel to prevent fuel incompatibility issues.