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May 9, 2025
Rapeseed remains dominant feedstock in biodiesel production
Biodiesel News
May 8, 2025
Ferrier Pumps invests in HVO bulk fuel system
Ferrier Pumps has taken another significant step on its carbon journey.
Following the successful pilot test of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to fuel its vehicles at the Aberdeen branch last year, the company has now invested in an HVO bulk fuel system for our commercial fleet at East Kilbride.
HVO offers up to 90% reduction... [Read More]
Features
May 8, 2025
Southeast Asia accounts for nearly 8% of global jet fuel demand and thus plays a crucial role in contributing to the global sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply, which is essential for achieving global aviation decarbonisation goals. Influenced by international policy frameworks such as the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 8, 2025
TotalEnergies has announced a series of significant investments and operational updates at its Antwerp platform - reinforcing the site’s position as a key pillar of the company’s industrial operations in Europe.
With a legacy spanning over 75 years, the Antwerp platform operates under an integrated refining and petrochemicals model, ensuring resilience and long-term... [Read More]
Features
May 8, 2025
As the global demand for renewable fuels rises, the biofuels industry is undergoing a transformation.
Traditional feedstocks, primarily refined vegetable oils, are increasingly being replaced by advanced alternatives that offer both economic and environmental advantages.
The shift from first generation (Gen1) biodiesel to more advanced biofuels, including hydrotreated... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 7, 2025
Associated British Foods (ABF), the parent company of Primark, has announced it may shut down its Vivergo bioethanol plant in Saltend, near Hull, placing around 150 jobs at risk.
The multinational food, ingredients and retail conglomerate said it is in discussions with the government in an effort to safeguard the facility, which has suffered recent financial losses... [Read More]
Policy News
May 7, 2025
China’s exports of used cooking oil (UCO) to the United States — its largest market — are expected to plummet in the coming months, following the imposition of steep new tariffs.
As a result, Chinese exporters are redirecting shipments to Europe and emerging markets across Asia, according to industry sources.
Beginning this month, the US has implemented a 125%... [Read More]
Other News
May 7, 2025
Time is of the essence if you want to attend the Biofuels Conference or the SAF Summit in Brussels next month.
If readers have not done so, there is still time to register and to become a welcome addition to this two-day event.
Biofuels International has already announced a list of speakers who will address the Conference and Expo as well as the Sustainable Aviation... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 7, 2025
Fuel distributor Vibra has begun offering sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Brazil.
The imported biofuel is now available at its facility at Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio de Janeiro, making Vibra the first company to supply SAF in the country.
Vibra’s terminal at Galeão recently received International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC),... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 7, 2025
Heritage Aviation, along with Avfuel Corporation have introduced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (KBTV).
In celebration of the new offering, Heritage Aviation—the 100% employee owned fixed-base operation (FBO) and FAA-certified 145 repair station responsible for servicing the airport’s general aviation aircraft —... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 6, 2025
UPM Biofuels celebrates 10 years of successful operations at its Lappeenranta Biorefinery, the world’s first commercial-scale facility producing advanced biofuels from wood-based residues.
Since 2015, the refinery has been at the forefront of developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based fuels and materials, driving the decarbonisation of the transport and petrochemical... [Read More]
Policy News
May 6, 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled a global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Registry, which is managed independently by the newly established Civil Aviation Decarbonisation Organisation (CADO).
This initiative aims to connect airlines, fuel producers, and corporate clients, ensuring transparent tracking of SAF transactions and preventing... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 6, 2025
GRAMM, a collaborative industry consortium, announced its application to the UK Advanced Fuels Fund, seeking vital support to accelerate its ground-breaking Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project.
The GRAMM SAF project will catalyse decarbonisation of the UK aviation industry, while delivering significant economic benefits locally and nationally.
GRAMM's Sustainable... [Read More]
Bioethanol News
May 6, 2025
Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy leader, and OMV, Austria’s integrated chemicals, fuels and energy company, have signed an agreement to partner in the production of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) and other sustainable products.
Representatives for Masdar and OMV signed in Vienna a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) to collaborate on future opportunities... [Read More]
Biodiesel News
May 2, 2025
Ash Creek Renewables has secured exclusive licensing rights from Montana State University for a new high-performance Camelina seed variety.
Camelina is a low-carbon crop that grows with minimal inputs, supports soil health, and provides farmers with an additional revenue stream while integrating into existing agricultural systems.
It is increasingly sought after as... [Read More]
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