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Greenergy has announced a 10-year extension to its lease with the Port of Amsterdam - reinforcing its long-term commitment to biofuel production in the Netherlands. Since acquiring the Amsterdam biodiesel plant in 2018, Greenergy has made significant investments to convert the plant to manufacture waste oils, and most recently, to expand the production capacity. Expansion works completed in…
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According to the latest estimates from the EU Commission, the EU rapeseed harvest is expected to be smaller than previously forecast. The good news is that it will significantly outperform the disappointing previous year's output. However, even this outstanding harvest will not be sufficient to meet the EU-27's demand of approximately 25 million tonnes. Rapeseed harvesting operations are in…
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MEDAS, an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company specialising in distillery, brewery and food processing solutions has been awarded a biofuels contract by NSL Sugars. The contract pertains to NSL Sugars’ Jai Mahesh Unit, located in Mazalgaon, District Beed, Maharashtra, where MEDAS will serve as the technology, engineering and equipment partner for their state-of-the-art…
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Axens is leading the way in developing a diverse range of technologies for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), a vital alternative to fossil jet fuel and a cornerstone of aviation’s decarbonisation strategy. SAF can be produced from renewable or waste-derived bio-based resources or through captured CO₂ combined with low-carbon hydrogen, generated using renewable or low-carbon electricity. As a…
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Biofuels International Magazine spoke to Dr Norbert Kamp, the chief executive officer of GIDARA Energy, about the company’s decarbonisation goals. The biofuels market is evolving rapidly, with new technologies and policies shaping the future of sustainable fuels. How do you see GIDARA’s role in this changing landscape? The biofuels sector is at a crossroads: demand for sustainable fuels is…
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Arkas Bunker has successfully carried out another operation contributing to the sustainable fuel transformation in the maritime industry. The biofuel supply delivered to Statu Denizcilik’s vessel Erguvan S stands out as a success, both in terms of operational efficiency and its transformative impact on the sector. Being the first company in Türkiye to receive the International Sustainability…
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Allowing Vivergo Fuels to close would jeopardise billions of pounds worth of green investment and derail the Humber’s ambitions to lead the UK’s future fuels sector, industry leaders have warned. In a joint call to government, major players across the chemicals and renewables industries, including Ineos, said urgent intervention is needed to protect Saltend Chemicals Park, one of the…
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Wizz Air UK’s managing director, Yvonne Moynihan, visited the facilities of Firefly Green Fuels, a key strategic partner in the airline’s journey to net-zero emissions by 2050. The visit showcases ongoing successful collaboration between the two organisations and underlines commitment to scaling up the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the UK. During the visit, Ms Moynihan met with…
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LanzaTech Global has received a grant of £6.4 million (€7.3 million) from the UK government's Advanced Fuels Fund (AFF), operated by the Department for Transport (DfT). The grant will accelerate the development of LanzaTech’s innovative DRAGON 1 & 2 projects, each playing a crucial role in the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the UK. Project DRAGON stands for…
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As the global economy accelerates its shift towards sustainable energy solutions, bio-based alternatives are becoming increasingly vital. Among these, renewable fuels – particularly biodiesel and renewable diesel – are emerging as key components in reducing carbon emissions and achieving energy security. At the core of this movement lies a foundational process that is often overlooked: oil…
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As the European Union accelerates its renewable energy transition, EcoCeres has issued a position paper calling for the development of a robust verification system to uphold the integrity of sustainability claims in the biofuels sector. The company advocates for a system that is fair, transparent, and resistant to fraud, emphasising the need for data transparency and consistent standards across…
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State and local leaders along with company leaders at Chevron Corporation celebrated the grand opening of the Ames Technology Centre on the Chevron Renewable Energy Group (CREG) Campus. The 45,000 square foot facility in Ames, Iowa, will expand the company’s lower carbon fuels technology development and advanced technical support capabilities by adding new analytical laboratory and R&D space,…
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DHL has taken on the role of Global Logistics Partner for the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) which is the governing body for world motorsport and the federation for mobility organisations globally. As part of the collaboration, DHL will provide essential infrastructure and installations required for racing events in Formula 1, Formula 2 and Formula 3. This will include…
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US production of renewable diesel and biodiesel fell sharply in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25) because of uncertainty related to federal biofuel tax credits and negative profit margins, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA). The EIA forecast production of both fuels to increase as the year progresses but biodiesel production to remain less than in 2024. Renewable diesel…
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