News
Malaysia's palm oil-based biodiesel consumption is set to rise by more than 300,000 metric tons annually, the Malaysian Palm Oil Board said.
The country has now joined the top producer Indonesia in raising blending mandates to reduce reliance on energy imports.
The Malaysian government said it would increase its 10% biodiesel mandate, known as B10, to a 15% biodiesel blend without giving a…
Read More »
Read More »
As Europe accelerates towards net-zero emissions and greater energy independence, the biofuel industry stands at a critical juncture.
Once heralded as a cornerstone of decarbonising transport and delivering rural economic benefits, the sector in 2026 presents a complex picture: rapid growth in some nations, strategic investment in others, but also sharp policy-driven setbacks.
With mandates…
Read More »
Read More »
According to the EU Commission's latest forecast, the EU-27 is expecting a sunflower seed harvest of 9.6 million tonnes in 2026.
This would be up approximately 1.2 million tonnes year-on-year and represent the largest harvest in three years. The expectation is mainly based on an approximately 5 per cent expansion in EU sunflower area. In particular, in Romania, France and Bulgaria, sunflower…
Read More »
Read More »
Petrobras has selected Honeywell UOP’s ethanol-to-jet (EtJ) process technology for a new project at its REPLAN refinery in São Paulo, Brazil.
Once approved, the project will deliver up to 10,000 barrels per day of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), representing the first large-scale ETJ initiative in Latin America.
“Honeywell has a long history of providing innovative process technologies…
Read More »
Read More »
The annual Biofuels Conference and Expo, held alongside the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Summit, drew to a close yesterday after two days of lively debate, industry insight and great attendance at Brussels’ Plaza Hotel. This year’s gathering was widely regarded as one of the most successful to date, reflecting the sector’s rapid evolution and its growing importance in Europe’s energy…
Read More »
Read More »
The EU remains needlessly over-reliant on fossil fuels for transport, thanks in part to policies that discourage the use of sustainable crop-based biofuels to reduce emissions, according to an analysis of European Commission data.
New figures from Eurostat’s SHARES database show that the share of renewable energy in EU road and rail transport actually decreased from 7.5% in 2023 to 7.4% in…
Read More »
Read More »
EcoCeres Inc has launched a pilot with GDS Holdings Ltd (GDS), a leading developer and operator of high performance data centres in China, to use hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) as a low carbon replacement for conventional diesel in backup power.
The partnership marks one of the first applications of HVO in China’s internet data center (IDC) sector and showcases a full circular economy model…
Read More »
Read More »
Malaysia plans to extend its palm‑based B20 biodiesel programme nationwide in stages, with the pace of implementation shaped by the sensitivity of palm oil prices relative to petroleum, according to the country’s Plantation and Commodities Minister.
As the world’s second‑largest producer of palm oil, Malaysia currently applies a B10 biodiesel mandate for the transport sector, with B20…
Read More »
Read More »
Thailand has moved to restrict palm oil exports as domestic demand for biodiesel surges, a trend closely linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
According to the Ministry of Commerce, the decision is designed to safeguard national supply and stabilise prices as consumption of biodiesel blends increases across the country.
Officials explained that the geopolitical tensions in West Asia have…
Read More »
Read More »
Nufarm Limited has expanded its strategic partnership with bp, reinforcing Nufarm’s ambition to scale sustainable biofuels and help meet growing demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel (RD).
The updated agreement provides a long-term framework that supports the scalable growth of Carinata to be used as a non-food intermediate crop biofuel feedstock.
Nufarm Carinata oil…
Read More »
Read More »
The completion of the Southampton to London Pipeline (SLP) installation project marks a significant milestone in strengthening the UK’s aviation fuel infrastructure and supporting the sector’s transition to lower‑carbon operations.
The project delivers upgraded on‑site facilities designed to increase jet fuel capacity and improve the resilience of supply to London’s major airports.
A…
Read More »
Read More »
The European Commission’s new recommendation that the EU could increase its use of biofuels as a way to boost energy security and reduce dependence on fossil oil is yet another reminder of the strategic importance of renewable ethanol in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical climate, ePURE has outlined.
European ethanol biorefineries producing food, feed, fuel and biogenic CO2 are domestic…
Read More »
Read More »
The year began with yet another volatile month for international trade policy.
The European Commission signed two of its largest trade agreements in history, with Mercosur and India.
The US White House continues to weaponise tariffs, making little distinction between (former) allies and strategic competitors.
Meanwhile, China and several other countries are introducing specific HS codes for…
Read More »
Read More »
Scottish green chemical producer Celtic Renewables has renewed its partnership with the independent ultra-premium whisky distillery Rosebank, part of Ian Macleod Distillers, for another three years.
The partnership will see Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk send the pot ale by-product produced during its distilling process to the Celtic Renewables biorefinery located less than four miles away at…
Read More »
Read More »
123Carbon has released a report, Comparative Analysis of Scope 3 SAF Certificates, which examines how SAF certificates are currently structured and used by airlines and fuel providers.
The analysis finds significant disparities in the quality, completeness, and transparency of certificate data, creating uncertainty for airlines, freight forwarders, and corporate customers seeking to integrate…
Read More »
Read More »
The Trump administration ordered US refiners to blend a record amount of biofuels into petrol and diesel this year and next, in a move designed to support farmers.
The refining industry, however, warned the policy would backfire, pushing pump prices even higher at a time when they are already surging because of the war in Iran, Reuters reported.
The backlash from US refiners has exposed an…
Read More »
Read More »
CONNECT WITH US
Latest Video
The Science That Keeps Biofuels Flowing
Maximise your lab prospects in biofuels development and testing. Unlock market and economic benefits through reduced production costs, high product quality, and compliance with global standards. Our solutions support multiple value chain production stages, from evaluating incoming raw materials to processing by products such as glycerin, to finished fuel such as bioethanol and biodiesel.
Poll
Loading ...
#Nufarm Limited has expanded its strategic #partnership with #bp, reinforcing Nufarm’s ambition to scale sustainable biofuels and help meet growing demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel (RD).
https://biofuels-news.com/news/nufarm-extends-saf-and-rd-partnership-with-bp/
#biofuels #feedstock #aviation #SAF
#Thailand has moved to restrict #palm #oil #exports as domestic demand for #biodiesel surges, a trend closely linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
https://biofuels-news.com/news/thailand-restricts-palm-oil-exports-amid-rising-biodiesel-demand/
#biofuels #feedstock #demand #supply #SEAsia #war #conflict
#Malaysia plans to extend its palm‑based B20 #biodiesel programme #nationwide in stages, with the pace of implementation shaped by the sensitivity of #palm oil prices relative to #petroleum.
https://biofuels-news.com/news/malaysia-outlines-phased-expansion-of-national-b20-biodiesel-rollout/
#biofuels #energy #supply #demand
