Berge Bulk and BHP transport iron ore using B100 biodiesel

Berge Bulk and BHP have joined forces to pioneer an iron ore voyage from Australia to China powered entirely by B100 biodiesel.
The Berge Lyngor, a 206,330 DWT Newcastlemax bulk carrier, is delivering iron ore from Australia to China. Last month, the vessel successfully bunkered B100 biodiesel.
This pilot marks the first use of B100 biodiesel on the iron ore trade route between Australia and China.
“This collaboration with Berge Bulk represents an exciting step in BHP’s ambition to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping of our products. Together, we are demonstrating that meaningful progress can be achieved through bold initiatives, innovation, and teamwork,” said Gerard Ang, head of maritime iron ore, BHP.
This latest voyage of the Berge Lyngor represents the first time Berge Bulk will be using biodiesel on a voyage in the Pacific.
“Berge Bulk has committed to building and operating a zero Scope 1 emissions vessel by 2030 and achieving zero Scope 1 emissions fleetwide by 2050. This collaboration with BHP is a testament to what we can achieve together.
By deploying B100 biodiesel on the Berge Lyngor, we are not only reducing carbon emissions for that voyage but also setting an example of how partnerships and innovation can lead to a greener future for shipping,” said Duncan Bond, chief commercial officer, Berge Bulk.