Arkas Bunker supplies biofuel for the first time in Türkiye

Arkas Bunker has started to supply biofuel to the maritime industry for the first time in Türkiye.
The Arkas Line's container vessel, Matilde A, was supplied with a marine fuel containing environmentally friendly bio-components, entirely produced from waste in Türkiye.
The blended marine fuel, called Bio24F, significantly reduces carbon emissions without modifying the vessel's fuel system.
As the first bunkering company in Türkiye to obtain the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), Arkas Bunker has reached yet another milestone by carrying out the Bio24F bunkering at Marport.
Seckin Gul, general manager of Arkas Bunker, said: “We have been working for many years on solutions that comply with international regulations and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from vessels.
“Since the main source of these emissions is the fuel they use, we have focused on sustainable marine fuels.
“About three years ago, we started research and development on bio-components by taking a closer look at marine biofuels.
“In February, we achieved our goal for 2024 by obtaining the ISCC certification, becoming Türkiye’s first ISCC-certified bunker supplier.
“Now, we are marking another first in Türkiye’s maritime industry. Our ISCC-certified product, Bio24F, will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from vessels, making it much easier for shipowners to achieve their sustainability goals.
“As Arkas, we continue to develop new products with our expert technical team, using our experience as the owner and operator of Türkiye’s largest container vessel fleet.”
Arkas Line CEO Can Atalay added: "At Arkas Line, we have fully adopted sustainability principles across every aspect of our business.
“Thanks to the efforts we began long ago to not only meet, but exceed global industry regulations, we have become one of the most preferred companies in maritime transport.”