World Bunkering Autumn 2010 71 . Proximity to Lukoil refineries . An attractive bunkering market . Availability of Lukoil group resources . Economic efficiency Mrs Karpuhina outlined the problems her company faced in various countries, highlighting the complexity created by variations in legislation and business culture in the different countries in which Lukoil operates. However, Lukoil's clients need high- standard services in different regions, and they expect the consistently high quality of marine fuel delivered by Lukoil refineries. Other speakers discussed current issues around bunkering fuel quality in Russian markets, the building and renovation of bunker tankers, applications for government subsidies for vessel building and renovation, and self- regulation in the bunkering industry. Animated discussions continued, even after the official sessions were over. The forum in session

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