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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]