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Nov 14, 2025
EU palm oil imports continue to decline
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Nov 12, 2025
GHG Quota Act sets long-term framework for more biofuels and climate protection
Torsten Krawczyk, Chairman of the Union for the Promotion of Oil and Protein Plants (UFOP), has called for swift deliberation and decision-making on the amendment to the GHG Quota Act. The Act is intended to transpose the amended Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) into national law, thereby creating a long-term framework for biofuels. The implementation deadline expired... [Read More]

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Nov 12, 2025
Department for Transport updates feedstocks for low carbon fuels under RTFO and SAF Mandate
 The Department for Transport (DfT) has published an updated list of feedstocks eligible under the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate. The revised guidance outlines which materials can be used to produce renewable and low-carbon fuels, supporting the UK’s transition towards net zero transport emissions. The RTFO... [Read More]

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Nov 11, 2025
Passengers to pay SAF levy for flights from Singapore Changi
Airline passengers departing from Singapore will have to pay a sustainable aviation fuel levy ranging from S$1 (€0.66) to S$41.60 (€27.60) per ticket, depending on their travel destination and travel class. The levy will apply to tickets sold from Apr 1, 2026, for flights departing from Singapore on or after Oct 1, 2026, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)... [Read More]

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Nov 10, 2025
Lighthouse Green Fuels confirms move to new site in Teesside for its £2bn SAF facility
Global project development, manufacturing and engineering group Alfanar has confirmed a move to a larger, more enhanced site for its Lighthouse Green Fuels (LGF) SAF project. During a keynote to aviation leaders at the Airlines 2025 conference in London, UK Country Head of Alfanar Noaman Al Adhami also unveiled a new dedicated brand and website for LGF – LGF Projects... [Read More]

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Nov 4, 2025
E15 set to become available in California after Bill passed
The Renewable Fuels Association has applauded California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing Assembly Bill 30 (AB30) into law. AB30, which passed unanimously in both the Assembly and Senate, immediately legalises lower-cost E15 (gasoline containing 15 per cent ethanol) in the Golden State. E15 could be offered in California within the next two months. Prior to this, California... [Read More]

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Nov 3, 2025
UK Government to consult on SAF revenue certainty mechanism
The UK Government remains committed to delivering greener transport and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the aviation sector. Decarbonising aviation is seen as a crucial step in supporting the industry’s growth, creating new opportunities, and generating skilled employment across the country. These efforts will also play a vital role in meeting national net... [Read More]

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Oct 29, 2025
US biofuel production capacity slowed in 2024, new report
The pace of capacity additions for US biofuel production slowed in 2024, with production increasing by a modest 3 per cent from the start of 2024 to the start of 2025, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA). A deceleration in production capacity within the category of renewable diesel and other biofuels accounted for most of the slowdown in growth.... [Read More]

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Oct 28, 2025
EU appeals decision on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia
TThe European Union has notified its decision to appeal the panel report in the case brought by Indonesia in European Union – Countervailing Duties on Imports of Biodiesel from Indonesia (DS618). WTO members were informed of the appeal at the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on 26 September. The panel report was circulated to WTO members on 22 August. Indonesia... [Read More]

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Oct 24, 2025
Brazil leads in EU soybean imports
Soybeans remain by far the most important oilseed crop imported into the EU, ahead of rapeseed. While soybeans are primarily used to address the EU’s feed protein deficit, rapeseed imports help meet oil demand for biofuel production. Unlike soybeans used for feed, this intended use requires the submission of corresponding sustainability and proof-of-origin certificates. However,... [Read More]

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Oct 23, 2025
SAF producers from China granted export quotas
China has given the green light to three biofuel refiners to export sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by issuing them quotas. Chinese biofuel firms are building more SAF plants and they are targeting the European continent as a top export destination. Shandong Haike Chemical, Shandong Sanju Bioenergy and Bain Capital-backed EcoCeres were awarded export quotas for a total... [Read More]

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Oct 16, 2025
EcoCeres joins the United Nations Global Compact body
Biofuel producer EcoCeres has become an official member of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). This milestone positions the company as the only company dedicated solely to the production of sustainable fuels within this esteemed initiative. The achievement underscores its unwavering commitment to advancing sustainable development and promoting responsible business... [Read More]

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Oct 14, 2025
Shell swallows financial hit after scrapping Rotterdam biofuels project
Shell is reportedly going to face a $600 million (€519 million) hit in the third quarter following the scrapping of its biofuels project in Rotterdam. The oil and gas major had approved development of the 820,000 metric tons-per-year biofuels plant four years ago, but paused construction last year and pulled the scheme completely in early September because it would... [Read More]

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Oct 10, 2025
BiofuelsPartners and EnergyPro create new strategic alliance
BiofuelsPartners and EnergyPro have forged a new strategic partnership aimed at advancing the development of HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) trading within the EMEA market. This collaboration is an important step towards creating a more connected and transparent renewable fuels value chain and accelerating the integration of supply... [Read More]

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Oct 7, 2025
China diverts its import streams
China is the world's largest importer of rapeseed and in August, the country imposed preliminary anti-dumping duties on rapeseed sourced from Canada, after having already introduced tariffs on rapeseed meal and rapeseed oil in March. However, China still relies on imports of rapeseed and rapeseed products, as its domestic output is insufficient to fully meet demand.... [Read More]

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Oct 6, 2025
ACE applauds California approval of E15
The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) has praised California Governor Gavin Newsom for signing Assembly Bill 30 into law, legislation that opens the door for retailers across California to sell E15. With this action, California – the nation’s largest motor fuel market – joins the rest of the country and will now be open to E15, a proven fuel, helping consumers... [Read More]

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Sep 25, 2025
Australian government vows to invest millions in biofuels industry
The Australian government said it is aiming to invest $735 million (€624 million) in the development of a low-carbon fuels industry. The announcement was welcomed by farm groups, who hope it will boost demand for biofuel feedstocks like canola and sugarcane, Reuters reported. The money, to be released over 10 years from 2028, is intended to stimulate private investment... [Read More]


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