The bunker giant claims Allied Maritime hasn’t coughed up cash to cover fuel delivered to the 52,000-dwt Rainbow (built 2004) in January of last year.

According to a complaint filed in Miami, the plaintiff is seeking damages of more than $500,000 in addition to legal fees.

Observers note it may be difficult for the company to claw back the cash as involuntary insolvency proceedings against Allied are underway in Athens.

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