May 13, 2025
Just over a month to go before the Conference and SAF Summit
Biodiesel News
May 13, 2025
Perth and Kinross Council decided in 2024 to test the potential of a cleaner alternative to standard diesel - Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).
As a result of the six-month trial with six refuse collection lorries moved over to HVO, the council noted a significant reduction in carbon emissions – namely saving 87 tonnes of carbon dioxide.
The success of the trial has... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 13, 2025
easyJet and ATOBA Energy, in partnership with World Fuel Services, have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the development of long-term supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for easyJet’s operations in Europe and the UK.
The agreement supports the airline’s decarbonisation strategy and is expected to unlock the SAF value chain through... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 12, 2025
ReCarbon Inc. and Emerging Fuels Technology, Inc. (EFT) have signed a five-year deal to develop, test and integrate their respective technologies for the production of SAF.
ReCarbon’s proprietary system converts greenhouse gases — including biogas and other waste-derived sources of carbon dioxide and methane — into carbon-negative synthesis gas.
EFT’s patented... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 12, 2025
HutanBio has announced that the production process for its proprietary HBx microalgal biofuel achieves net-negative carbon emissions, based on an independent cradle-to-gate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) conducted by EcoAct.
The assessment offers robust third-party validation of HBx’s carbon removal potential and adds new momentum to the development of credible low-carbon... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 12, 2025
The removal of UK tariffs on US ethanol as part of the new US-UK trade agreement poses a serious threat to the future of Associated British Foods’ (ABF) Vivergo bioethanol plant in Hull.
The company has warned the facility — already loss-making — may be forced to close unless regulatory support improves, Reuters reported.
The trade deal will eliminate Britain’s... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 9, 2025
Delta Air Lines has revealed strong support for new bipartisan, bicameral legislation that will accelerate the growth of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Michigan.
Senate Bills 235-36, introduced by Sens. Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) and Joe Bellino (R-Monroe), and House Bills 4424-25, introduced by Rep. Jerry Neyer, (R-Shepherd), would establish a $1.50 (€1.30) per... [Read More]
Other News
May 9, 2025
Exolum has renewed the concession for the provision of aviation fuel storage and distribution services at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona - El Prat Airport, as the successful bidder of the tender process called by AENA.
This agreement, which will remain in force for 15 years, provides for an estimated investment of over €50 million on the part of Exolum, with the aim of... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 9, 2025
Germany is the largest producer of biodiesel in Europe.
According to the latest data from the Verband der Deutschen Biokraftstoffindustrie (VDB, Association of the German Biofuels Industry), total biodiesel production in Germany reached around 3.6 million tonnes in the calendar year 2024, representing year-on-year increase of 100,000 tonnes.
More than half of this production... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 8, 2025
Ferrier Pumps invests in HVO bulk fuel system
Ferrier Pumps has taken another significant step on its carbon journey.
Following the successful pilot test of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to fuel its vehicles at the Aberdeen branch last year, the company has now invested in an HVO bulk fuel system for our commercial fleet at East Kilbride.
HVO offers up to 90% reduction... [Read More]
Features
May 8, 2025
Southeast Asia accounts for nearly 8% of global jet fuel demand and thus plays a crucial role in contributing to the global sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply, which is essential for achieving global aviation decarbonisation goals. Influenced by international policy frameworks such as the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 8, 2025
TotalEnergies has announced a series of significant investments and operational updates at its Antwerp platform - reinforcing the site’s position as a key pillar of the company’s industrial operations in Europe.
With a legacy spanning over 75 years, the Antwerp platform operates under an integrated refining and petrochemicals model, ensuring resilience and long-term... [Read More]
Features
May 8, 2025
As the global demand for renewable fuels rises, the biofuels industry is undergoing a transformation.
Traditional feedstocks, primarily refined vegetable oils, are increasingly being replaced by advanced alternatives that offer both economic and environmental advantages.
The shift from first generation (Gen1) biodiesel to more advanced biofuels, including hydrotreated... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 7, 2025
Associated British Foods (ABF), the parent company of Primark, has announced it may shut down its Vivergo bioethanol plant in Saltend, near Hull, placing around 150 jobs at risk.
The multinational food, ingredients and retail conglomerate said it is in discussions with the government in an effort to safeguard the facility, which has suffered recent financial losses... [Read More]
Policy News
May 7, 2025
China’s exports of used cooking oil (UCO) to the United States — its largest market — are expected to plummet in the coming months, following the imposition of steep new tariffs.
As a result, Chinese exporters are redirecting shipments to Europe and emerging markets across Asia, according to industry sources.
Beginning this month, the US has implemented a 125%... [Read More]
Other News
May 7, 2025
Time is of the essence if you want to attend the Biofuels Conference or the SAF Summit in Brussels next month.
If readers have not done so, there is still time to register and to become a welcome addition to this two-day event.
Biofuels International has already announced a list of speakers who will address the Conference and Expo as well as the Sustainable Aviation... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 7, 2025
Fuel distributor Vibra has begun offering sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Brazil.
The imported biofuel is now available at its facility at Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio de Janeiro, making Vibra the first company to supply SAF in the country.
Vibra’s terminal at Galeão recently received International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC),... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 7, 2025
Heritage Aviation, along with Avfuel Corporation have introduced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (KBTV).
In celebration of the new offering, Heritage Aviation—the 100% employee owned fixed-base operation (FBO) and FAA-certified 145 repair station responsible for servicing the airport’s general aviation aircraft —... [Read More]
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