Nov 20, 2024
Neste and Air Canada sign SAF agreement
Policy News
Nov 20, 2024
Soybeans are the most important oilseed crop imported by the European Union, ahead of rapeseed.
In the first four months of the current crop year, the EU imported the highest volume of soybeans since 2021/22.
According to information published by the EU Commission, the EU purchased just over 4 million tonnes of soybeans between July and early November 2024.
This... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 19, 2024
The first tanker of sustainably produced bioacetone and biobutanol has been dispatched from Celtic Renewables’ flagship biorefinery in Grangemouth - marking a major milestone for the world’s shift to green chemicals.
This achievement is backed by over £60 million (€71 million) in funding which enabled the construction of Scotland’s first biorefinery and its... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 19, 2024
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) developer Firefly Green Fuels signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sanepar - one of Brazil’s largest water and sanitation companies.
This strategic partnership enhances Firefly’s access to sustainable feedstock for biofuels production while expanding its footprint into the growing Brazilian and Latin American markets.
Through... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 18, 2024
Blue Biofuels has officially contracted with the engineering firm Global Management Partners (GMP) to produce Front-End Loading (FEL-2) level engineering plans for a production facility capable of producing 3 million gallons of biofuel per year.
These plans will outline the specifics of how the facility will be built and operated.
This planning stage is crucial for... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 18, 2024
New Era Energy has announced the acquisition of Commercial Fuel Solutions (CFS) – a UK-based provider of refuelling infrastructure.
New Era Energy’s broad fuelling and lubricants product and service offering will be enhanced by the addition of industry-leading hydrogen and low carbon AdBlue® expertise from CFS.
The deal significantly boosts New Era Energy’s... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 15, 2024
Sulzer solutions has been selected for high-quality sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in support of China’s carbon neutrality strategy. Made from renewable feedstocks, SAF meets rigorous aviation performance standards while cutting greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80%.
The facility, based in Shandong, China, is expected to produce 500,000 metric tons of SAF... [Read More]
Policy News
Nov 15, 2024
Poor weather conditions this year have considerably reduced sunflower yields across the EU.
Notwithstanding an expansion in production area, total output remains well below previous years.
According to EU Commission estimates, EU sunflower seed production in 2024 amounted to just over 8.1 million tonnes.
This represents a 17% drop from 2023 and is also the smallest... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 14, 2024
Simply Blue Group and Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw Chiefs sign MoU for responsible development of SAF project
Simply Blue Group has collaborated with the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaw Chiefs to establish a path forward focused on sustainable development.
The collaboration aims to integrate Mi'kmaw knowledge and values into Simply Blue Group’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Project in Goldboro, Nova Scotia, ensuring environmental stewardship and mutual benefits.
This partnership... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 14, 2024
DG Fuels has selected a site for a $5 billion (€4.7 million) manufacturing facility and hundreds of good jobs in Moorhead, Minnesota, that will produce 193 million gallons per year of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) using agricultural and wood waste as feedstock.
The announcement reflects Minnesota’s compelling value proposition to SAF producers, which includes abundant... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 13, 2024
RAC is trialling 100% renewable hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as an alternative fuel to power its recovery trucks.
The RAC has installed a tank at its headquarters in Walsall in the UK to store the fuel, which can generate a reduction of up to 85% in CO2 emissions.
It will be used to run the seven recovery trucks based there and is hoped could save up to 300,000kg... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 13, 2024
Neste and Air Canada have signed an agreement for the supply of 77.6 million litres of neat Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™.
Neste will deliver the SAF blended with conventional jet fuel to the Vancouver marine terminal starting in December, with further shipments throughout 2025.
The Vancouver marine terminal has a direct pipeline connection to the fuel facilities... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
Nov 12, 2024
DG Fuels has selected the city of Moorhead, located in Clay County, Minnesota, for its new production facility serving the Great Lakes region.
The plant will produce 193 million gallons of zero- or low-CO2 lifecycle emissions SAF per year and will meet ASTM fuel standards. Production is expected to begin in 2030.
DG Fuels’ manufacturing process uses cellulosic biomass... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 12, 2024
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Dawn has received a GoodFuels B30 sustainable biofuel blend while docked at the Ijmuiden Cruise Terminal in the Netherlands.
Supplied by FincoEnergies in partnership with KPI OceanConnect, this biofuel adoption marks an important step toward decarbonising the cruise line’s operations.
The B30 biofuel blend, produced exclusively... [Read More]
Features
Nov 11, 2024
The aviation industry's ongoing shift towards sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), biofuels and ethanol marks a critical step in the global pursuit of environmental sustainability.
As the need to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel becomes increasingly urgent, SAF and biofuels offer a promising solution.
These alternative fuels are not only environmentally beneficial,... [Read More]
Other News
Nov 11, 2024
Nufarm has announced the establishment of strategic R&D partnerships to further expand its bioenergy and sustainable oils platform.
In recent years, the company acquired Biomass Oil trait technology developed by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, comprising a estate of patents relating to technology traits that when deployed into crops enable novel production... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 8, 2024
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has arrived at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) for use on Delta Air Lines flights.
The SAF shipment of more than 7,000 gallons was delivered via existing pipeline directly to DTW this week with the collaboration of many partners.
The SAF batch was initially transported by Shell from Montana Renewables, the largest producer of SAF... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 8, 2024
Repsol has launched the commercial name of its 100% renewable diesel in its service stations - Nexa 100% Renewable Diesel.
Nexa 100% Renewable Diesel has a unique formulation that optimises performance and extends the life of the engines of diesel vehicles.
It is produced from organic waste and, with today's technology, already reduces net CO2 emissions by up to 90%... [Read More]
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