Nov 28, 2024
Omnibuses using pure biodiesel (B100) operate trouble-free
Biodiesel News
Nov 26, 2024
HSBC Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific and EcoCeres are launching a significant initiative to support the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Hong Kong.
By bringing together Hong Kong’s largest bank, its home airline, and a leading Hong Kong-based SAF producer, the collaboration aims to support a key innovation for the long-term decarbonisation of air travel and foster... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 26, 2024
Crown Oil has supplied 1 million litres of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to fuel the world-famous RRS Sir David Attenborough, operated by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) on its voyage from Madeira and Montevideo.
The RRS Sir David Attenborough is a leading global innovative research vessel that is changing how shipborne science is carried out in the polar regions.... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 20, 2024
Neste and Air Canada have signed an agreement for the supply of 60,000 metric tons (77.6 million litres) of neat Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™.
Neste will deliver the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blended with conventional jet fuel to the Vancouver marine terminal starting in December 2024, with further shipments throughout 2025.
The Vancouver marine terminal... [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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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 5, 2024
Biffa has completed its acquisition of Keenan Recycling, a commercial food waste collections provider operating across England, Scotland and Wales.
Keenan Recycling was established in 2003 and provides food waste collection services for businesses, waste management companies and councils, as well as operating a composting and biofuel facility in Aberdeen.
The acquisition... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 5, 2024
US biodiesel imports have been plentiful over the past few months and since 2022 import volumes have doubled.
Given the attractive price level, EU origins in particular have dominated.
Germany produces significantly more biodiesel than any other EU member state and consequently plays a vital role in supplying the US.
This significance is reflected in US import figures.... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 4, 2024
Cepsa has delivered second-generation biofuels to Japanese shipping company Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) in the Bay of Algeciras.
For the delivery of 1,030 tons of Cepsa-produced B24 biofuel to the Atlas Leader, a 653-feet-long vehicle carrier ship operated by NYK Line, the Bahía Levante used 100% renewable diesel (HVO) while sailing and supplying the 2G... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Nov 1, 2024
The Malaysia government plans to boost sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production from the use of palm oil waste.
The country’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim revealed the proposals as he outlined his plans for next year’s budget.
The state-owned oil and gas company Petronas will work alongside palm oil producers to develop palm oil waste-based SAF.
... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Oct 31, 2024
The Canadian canola harvest for 2024 is expected fall just short of the previous year's level. With rising consumption and strong export demand, ending stocks are likely to decrease notably.
According to recent information by the International Grains Council (IGC), Canada's 2024 canola harvest amounts to 19 million tonnes.
This translates to a 1% decline from 2023.... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Oct 28, 2024
At the recent meeting of the EU Energy Council, the sharp increase in imports of biofuels from palm oil mill effluent (POME) and the need for action to prevent fraud were discussed at the initiative of Ireland, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.
The Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Crops (UFOP) welcomed this overdue initiative, as the development was to... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
Oct 25, 2024
A Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboat has saved six tonnes of carbon emissions on its first voyage using Scania-endorsed hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).
The lifeboat embarked on a 200 nautical mile journey from Fleetwood, Lancashire, to Salford Quays using HVO supplied by Certas Energy during its RNLI 200 ‘Coast To Cobbles event, which took place... [Read More]