(Manifold Times) CNOOC’s “Haiyang Shiyou 301” delivered 4,700 cubic metres of LNG to “Maran Dione” in around seven hours at the South Cheung Chau Anchorage. -- CLPe, a wholly owned subsidiary of CLP Holdings, on Tuesday (3 March) said it has completed
(International Maritime Organization) Industry leaders gathered during Hong Kong Maritime Week for an IMO Future Fuels and Technology Project seminar (18 November) focused on accelerating the energy transition in global shipping. The event brought together representatives from the shipping, port and energy sectors, alongside government officials and environmental NGOs, to explore
(Wärtsilä) Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group Wärtsilä, will supply its Cargo Handling and Fuel Gas Supply systems for two new LNG bunkering vessels being built at the Zhejiang XinLe Shipbuilding yard in China. The ships, with a capacity of 20,000 m³, will be owned by a
(Cathay Pacific) Commitment to SAF has more than doubled year‑on‑year, strengthened by expanding long-term partnerships -- Cathay achieved another milestone year for its Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme in 2025, as more corporate and cargo customers join forces to decarbonise
(Towngas) Hong Kong has taken a step forward in its energy transition. The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas), Sinopec (Hong Kong) Limited, and Sinopec Star Company Limited (Sinopec Star) have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has officially launched its state-of-the-art renewable fuel facility in Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia, marking a historic milestone as the country’s first Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production plant. EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuels producer rooted in Hong Kong and
(Cathay) Cathay believes that advancing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development in China will benefit the global aviation industry Monday, January 12, 2026, Cathay welcomes the release of Igniting the SAF Market: Policy Pathways for Scaling Sustainable Aviation Fuel in China, a research
(Chimbusco Pan Nation) The fuel oil barge "Guosi" has been technically upgraded to become Hong Kong's first Category II certified fuel oil barge specifically for providing B100 biodiesel. China Gas Holdings Limited today announced the official launch of its B100 biodiesel fuel service in
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres has attained certification under the RSB ICAO CORSIA scheme for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a globally recognised standard aligned with the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable
(Xiamen Port Haicang Port Area (Google Translation)) This marks the first time in China that B5 biodiesel has been used throughout the entire refueling process on ships in port, signifying a crucial step forward for Xiamen in building a green
(Manifold Times) ‘We will commence feasibility studies for ammonia and hydrogen bunkering and mandate mass flow meters for methanol operations by next year,’ says Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan. -- Hong Kong’s Secretary for Transport and Logistics Ms Mable Chan
by Malik Johnson (World Ports Org.) On November 17, the 2025 World Maritime Merchants Conference, themed “Breaking Barriers and Embracing Change for Sustainable Development,” opened in Hong Kong, China. During the conference, the “International Green Fuel Alliance” (IGFA), jointly initiated by
(Airbus) Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of up to US$70 million to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Asia and globally. -- Airbus and the Cathay Group have announced a joint investment of
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Rotterdam’s three cancelled projects weren’t just bad luck — they were dinosaurs lumbering in a league that has gone small-ball. The Rotterdam Regulars vs the Brussels Bureaucrats has given way to a new style of
(oneworld Management Company/PR Newswire) Led by cornerstone investors Alaska Airlines, American Airlines; with IAG, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines from oneworld alliance, and Singapore Airlines as part of initial $150M fund close -- oneworld BEV Fund aims to identify, enable and
by Jefferson dos Santos Estevo* (Advanced Biofuels USA) The production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) continues to expand worldwide. Data from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), as of the end of August, indicate that if all 472 announced production
(international Air Transport Association/Biofuels International) In the UK, Jet2.com began using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on flights from Bristol Airport earlier this year. The airline purchased over 300 tonnes of SAF from Q8Aviation, which has been used to add a 1% SAF
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) The development and use of sustainable aviation fuel is increasing in both mainland China and Hong Kong, with multiple announcements of new partnerships to advance low carbon air transport. China National Aviation Fuel Corporation (CNAF), the country’s
(SAF Investor) Finnair and Hong Kong–based logistics company CN Logistics have agreed to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to cut carbon emissions from air cargo operations. As part of the agreement, CN Logistics co-funded a purchase of SAF batch with Finnair. The fuel
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... “Holmes,” I began, rustling a dispatch from Humble, Texas, “it appears the professionals are of two minds. Some declare hydrogen should be burned or blended directly in boilers, furnaces and stacks. Others swear we ought
(Cathay) DHL Express purchases 2,400 tonnes of SAF from Cathay Group to be used on flights operated by Air Hong Kong, an express all-cargo carrier and wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay. The SAF will be used on Air Hong Kong flights departing
by Heather Clancy (Trellis) Close to 40 percent of companies with validated pledges have both near-term and net-zero targets. Industrial manufacturers account for one-third of companies with emissions targets. Pledges by Chinese companies tripled in the past 18 months, to 450. Findings counter the
by Fayaz Hussain (SAF Investor) Hong Kong-based pure play renewable fuels producer EcoCeres said it is partnering with Fujian-based Xiamen Airlines to collect and transport waste cooking oil from selected restaurant partners through its established supply chain. The waste oil will be
(EcoCeres/Biobased Diesel Daily) EcoCeres Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuel producer, announced July 15 the release of its position paper emphasizing the need for fair, effective and fraud-resistant certification protocols for sustainable biofuels within the European Union. As Europe accelerates its transition
(Towngas) The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) has announced the successful completion of its green methanol supply commitment to Singapore-based Golden Island Pte Ltd, delivering 5,000 tonnes of ISCC EU-certified green methanol for bunkering operations in Singapore. This
by Ariane Morrissey (Bunkerspot) Hong Kong-based physical bunker supplier Chimbusco Pan Nation (CPN) has announced it has delivered over 78,000 metric tonnes (mt) of marine biofuel in the first six months of 2025, surpassing the company’s total for the whole of
(EcoCeres) EcoCeres, Inc., a leading pure-play renewable fuels producer, announced the signing of a multi-year agreement to supply British Airways with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This strategic partnership is expected to help the UK’s flagship carrier reduce lifecycle carbon emissions of
(Towngas) The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) today (June 25, 2025) participated in the Mainland Hong Kong Green Energy Matchmaking Event at the Central Government Offices, organised by the Commercial Office of the Economic Affairs Department of the
(U.S. Grains Council) ... U.S. Grains Council (USGC) Chairwoman Verity Ulibarri and USGC President and CEO Ryan LeGrand traveled to Beijing and Hong Kong, China to meet with key industry counterparts and join the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Trade Mission
(Hong Kong Seaport Alliance /Modern Teminals Hong Kong) Hong Kong Seaport Alliance (HKSPA) has successfully conducted Hong Kong’s first simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering at its member Modern Terminals’ facilities on 5 June, marking an important step in
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) Biodiesel needs more financial incentives to compete with EVs in the city’s decarbonisation efforts, Business Environment Council says -- The European Union’s (EU) tariffs on biodiesel and renewable diesel from China present Hong Kong with
by Mark Dorenkamp (Brownfield Ag News) Minnesota Soybean Growers executive director Joe Smentek recently traveled to Hong Kong as part of a USDA trade mission and says there were discussions about the carbon scores of SAF feedstocks. “Hong Kong is really interested
by Rhys Berry (Bunkerspot) Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical Co. (CPN) has announced it has commenced the supply of B30 biofuel in Hong Kong. The move follows the approval of interim guidance by the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83) last
(SunLive) Fresh Carriers Co., Ltd (FCC) and Zespri have successfully completed the first kiwifruit charter powered by low-emissions biofuel, with the vessel Kowhai docking at Nangang Port in Shanghai. The Kowhai, Zespri’s first charter shipment for the Greater China region for the
by Trixie Yap (Reuters/Yahoo!) Asia's ability to supply sustainable aviation fuel will outpace regional demand this year and next as more production comes online, increasing exports and potentially lowering prices for the fuel, oil executives and analysts said. Planned SAF production could
(Hactl) Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent cargo handler – is entering into a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shell Hong Kong Limited (Shell), covering the supply of renewable diesel fuel for its ramp
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Many existing ships can use renewable fuels with no or few modifications. Others have been modified or built to be able to use sustainable marine/maritime fuels (SMF). Similar to what we did for News about
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Bunker service provider Chimbusco Pan Nation CPN has conducted the largest single B24 biofuel delivery in Hong Kong. -- This milestone operation took place on February 19, 2025, when CPN supplied 5,500 MT of B24 low sulfur
(China Petroleum International Corporation (Google Translation)) Recently, South China Company added about 500 tons of biofuel to the YM CERTAINTY at the Chiwan Port Terminal in Shenzhen, which was used as the power fuel for the ship. This is the
(Ocean Network/dayoo news (Google Translation)) The reporter learned from the Guangzhou Municipal Bureau of Commerce that in order to promote the national biodiesel promotion and application pilot and expand domestic biodiesel application scenarios, Guangzhou recently issued the pilot work plan
by Tan Yingzi and Deng Rui in Chongqing (China Daily Hong Kong) On Feb 8, 2025, the Minhou, the country's first 130-type methanol-diesel dual-fuel distribution vessel, docks at Chongqing's Guoyuan Port after departing from Shanghai, marking China's foray into eco-friendly and
(BRK Technology/EIN Presswire) BRK Technology to partner with energy firm to develop scalable algal biofuels for reducing carbon emissions in heavy transport sectors. -- BRK Technology Co., Limited, a leading innovator in the field of algal biofuels committed to decarbonization of heavy
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Cruise holding company Royal Caribbean Group has teamed up with bunker service provider Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical (CPN) for B24 marine biofuel delivery in Hong Kong. As a result of this collaboration, on January 2, 2025, CPN
As governments are now aligned with the industry’s commitment to decarbonize aviation by 2050, IATA's World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) brings together industry and governments to debate and discuss the key enablers for aviation’s successful decarbonization. The aim of WSS is to gather and
(Towngas) The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) and Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-Chemical Company Limited (CPN) have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Both parties agreed to establish a long-term partnership to jointly develop domestic and international green
(Cathay Pacific) Tri-party pilot will support Hong Kong’s use of innovative decarbonisation technologies and Hong Kong’s aspiration as a regional SAF hub -- HSBC Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific and EcoCeres are launching a significant initiative to support the use of sustainable aviation
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) Hong Kong must set forth policies mandating the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and incentivise supply to maintain its competitiveness as an aviation hub, according to sustainability executives. Solving the “chicken-and-egg” problem of low
(Cathay Pacific) DB Schenker is the newest and biggest contributor to Cathay’s carbon-reduction programme -- Cathay Cargo and DB Schenker jointly held a signing ceremony on 8 October at the airline’s Cathay City headquarters to mark the global forwarder’s membership of the
(Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd. (OOCL) ) Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd. (OOCL) and partners join hands to advance low-carbon shipping, opting for cleaner fuel to reduce supply chain emissions. With the participation of several partners including IKEA and Kyocera, the
(Dimerco) Dimerco Express Group (TWSE: 5609) is proud to announce its partnership with Acer (TWSE: 2353) and Cathay Cargo (Cathay Pacific, SEHK: 293) in a groundbreaking initiative to reduce carbon emissions in aviation through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Singapore-based shipping company Swire Shipping, part of Swire Group, has completed a sustainable B24 biofuel trial on its transpacific service. -- MV Suva Chief, a containership on the Sun Chief Express Ocean service, was bunkered in
(Cathay Pacific) Cathay continues to make progress in growing its sustainable aviation fuel programme with the forwarding giant giving it a significant boost to reduce emissions for its cargo shipments -- DB Schenker is the latest member of the air-cargo community to
by Adam Zewe (MIT News) Ammonia could be a nearly carbon-free maritime fuel, but without new emissions regulations, its impact on air quality could significantly impact human health. -- One potential solution is switching the global fleet from fossil fuels to sustainable
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In this presentation, we explored the challenges faced by global hydrogen producers in shifting towards low carbon hydrogen — new technologies for green hydrogen, new carbon capture opportunities to make blue hydrogen, and much more, including
(Banle Energy/CBL International Ltd./Globe Newswire) The Global Green Marine Fuel Market Anticipated to Grow to USD 201.35 Billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 50.4% from 2023-2030 -- On June 28 and July 10, 2024, Banle Energy International Limited, a Hong Kong subsidiary
(Fresh Plaza) FCC, one of the international shipping partners of Zespri, has successfully completed a trial using biofuel in a charter vessel operating between Hong Kong and New Zealand. The purpose of the trial was to test the performance of the
(Cathay) Cathay and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a broad range of sustainability initiatives. These collective efforts are aimed at advocating for the development and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in
(Chimbusco Pan Nation) On 13th May 2024, Chimbusco Pan Nation Petro-chemical Co Ltd (CPN), the leading marine fuel oil provider in Hong Kong, supplied over 4,300 metric tons of ISCC-EU certified B24 high-sulphur marine biofuel to "COSCO NETHERLANDS”, an ocean-going container vessel
(Cathay Pacific) Cathay sets new 2030 carbon intensity target in support of its 2050 net-zero goal -- The airline further strengthens its commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) with 10% usage pledge for employee duty travel starting from 2024 Cathay has further demonstrated
(ZESTA's) Hing Chao, the visionary Executive Chairman of Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings, will join a panel of maritime industry leaders at the upcoming ShipZERO28.5 event, in conjunction with Singapore Maritime Week, in Singapore on April 18. Mr. Chao's insights and leadership
by Jenny Messenger (Global Trade Review) Hong Kong-based consortium Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN) has concluded a pilot project with Cosco Shipping to issue blockchain-based certificates for biofuel purchases. GSBN’s Hi ECO product uses its blockchain-enabled network to establish a link between
(Yang Ming Marine Transport) To respond to the 2050 net-zero emissions goal, Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp. (Yang Ming) is taking a significant step by adopting sustainable biofuel to its fleet, starting at Hong Kong and Singapore on 7th and 8th
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) Many members have started to report and set targets to reduce not only their direct greenhouse gas emissions but also those of their suppliers, CEO of non-profit Business Environment Council Simon Ng says;
(Cathay Pacific) Welcoming three new partners into Cathay’s Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Programme that are joining its mission to be Greener Together -- Cathay continues to make important strides on its journey towards becoming a sustainability leader, as it endeavours to cultivate
by Dom Magli (Port Technology International) KPI OceanConnect, a marine energy solutions provider, has announced the successful sale and supply of a B24 biofuel blend to Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL). The gasoline supply was reportedly coordinated by KPI OceanConnect’s staff in
(Modern Terminals) Modern Terminals announced today (18 October 2023) the launch of a trial programme of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) at its facilities at Terminal 9 (South), becoming the first company in Hong Kong to deploy this renewable diesel. This initiative
(Energy Enterprise Limited/EIN News) EEL Biofuels Unveils Revolutionary Algae-Based Biofuels: A Game-Changing Solution for a Sustainable Energy Future. Sustainable solutions are the key to a brighter future, and this technology represents a significant step towards achieving a cleaner and more resilient energy
by Ian Taylor (Bunkerspot) Peninsula has informed Bunkerspot that it has fixed its first biofuel deal for Japan-headquartered Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” Line). The company’s bunker trading team arranged the delivery of 700 metric tonnes of UCOME-based B24 marine biofuel to the “K” Line
by Ian Taylor (Bunkerspot) Chimbusco Pan Nation has announced that it has become the first physical bunker supplier in Hong Kong to obtain the ISCC-EU Certification for Marine Biofuel Supply. In a statement posted on LinkedIn, Chimbusco Pan Nation said that the
(Banle Energy/Globe Newswire/CBL International Limited) On July 14, 2023, Banle Energy International Limited, a subsidiary of CBL International Limited (NASDAQ: BANL) (the “Company”), partnering with ASB Biodiesel (Hong Kong) Limited and Seven Seas Oil (Hong Kong) Limited completed our very first
(Cathay Pacific) The airline is committed to increasing its use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel to achieve its net-zero carbon emissions goal -- Cathay Pacific continues to make progress towards achieving its goal of using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for 10% of its
(EcoCeres/PR Newswire) EcoCeres, Inc., an Asia-based innovative bio-refinery company with strong R&D capability, is excited to announce its first shipment of 100% agricultural waste-produced cellulosic ethanol to the European markets, a milestone the company achieved after commissioning yet another ground-breaking facility in China.
(Bioenergy International) Hong Kong-headed air carrier Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd has announced that it has teamed up with the State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC) to drive the further development of the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply chain in China. SPIC is one
(The Alliance for Sustainable Schools /PR Newswire) The Alliance for Sustainable Schools (TASS) is pleased to announce that The Harbour School (THS), and their school bus company, Jolly Bus Company (JBC), have begun trialling biodiesel in two school buses. THS is
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) Profitable Hong Kong start-up Ecoceres plans to build a second plant to turn waste oil into low-carbon fuel for aircraft and vehicles; The planned plant in Malaysia will turn used cooking oil and
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir Online) A new report produced by a Chinese independent energy think tank has highlighted the lack of government support as a major barrier to the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel in China, the world’s second
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) Sewage sludge used as feedstock to make methanol cuts down carbon emissions by a quarter compared to coal as the raw material, Polytechnic University professor Ren Jingzheng says; If all 1,200 tonnes of
(Aemetis) Fuel to be delivered to San Francisco International Airport -- Aemetis, Inc.(NASDAQ: AMTX), a renewable fuels company focused on negative carbon intensity products, announced today the volume of an offtake agreement that has been signed with Cathay Pacific Airways Limited
(Cathay Pacific/Biobased Diesel Daily) Cathay Pacific is launching its pilot corporate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) program, the first major program of its kind in Asia. The program provides corporate customers the opportunity to reduce their carbon footprint from business travel or
by Florence Tan (CNA) Global major Royal Dutch Shell may build a biofuels plant in Singapore to meet the region's rising demand for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), the head of its downstream business said on Wednesday. The proposed 550,000 tonnes per year (tpy)
by Danny Lee (South China Morning Post) Cathay Pacific secures some jet biofuel supply from US, but needs more to meet 2030 pledge; Airlines heed climate warnings, but sustainable aviation fuel remains costly, in short supply -- Hong Kong and
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Cathay Pacific reaffirmed its commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 by pledging to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for 10 percent of its total fuel consumption by 2030. “The use of SAF is key
by Mark Pilling (GreenAir Online) Cathay Pacific Airways and Singapore Airlines have formally announced they will be joining other members of their airline alliances – oneworld and Star Alliance respectively – by committing to achieve net zero carbon emissions by
(Investancia) Blockchain will track 50 million trees through Investancia and EcoMatcher Partnership --- Groundbreaking new partnership will use blockchain technology to record, view and measure the growth of 50 million pongamia trees to be planted in the Paraguayan Chaco forest
(Bloomberg) Beijing plans to lift trade war tariffs on ethanol, people say; Re-routing trade from Hong Kong could add around $10 billion-- Further details are emerging on how China would increase imports from the U.S. by as much as $200
(GoodShipping) Meelunie, a leading global supplier of plant-based ingredients, and the GoodShipping Program have joined forces to decarbonise Meelunie’s Asian ocean freight, the companies have announced today. Meelunie, which exports to over 100 countries around the world, becomes the latest company to
by Liz Gyekye (BioMarket Insights) “It is fascinating that a humble yeast is the superstar of the next industrial revolution.” -- Hong Kong-based plastics and real estate mogul Li Ka-Shing has announced a donation of HK$500 million (USD$64 million), via his Li
(Shell Hong Kong/PRNewswire) Shell announced that it has launched its pilot program with Maxim's Group to use Biodiesel from Maxim's used cooking oil to power its fleet in Hong Kong. The first-of-its-kind program in Hong Kong will support over 100 delivery trucks, with
by Grant Bradley (New Zealand Herald) When a brand new Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-1000 flies from France to Hong Kong on Wednesday it will be partly powered by biofuel. The 334-seat plane will have a 10 per cent blend of biofuel next
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Near Reno, Nevada, Fulcrum BioEnergy broke ground today for its 10 million gallon per year first commercial plant that makes jet fuel from municipal solid waste. For thousands of years we have had a love/hate relationship
by Jarrett Renshaw and Chris Prentice (Reuters) Global energy giants Chevron Corp and Exxon Mobil have asked U.S. regulators for exemptions to the nation’s biofuels policy that have historically been reserved for small companies in financial distress, according to sources familiar
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) Biodiesel Magazine spotlights four companies—a respected producer, a service-oriented wholesaler, a 200-year old chemical firm, and a fuel conditioning company—that enable biodiesel's role as an effective change agent. PQ Corp. ... John Votta, global business director for PQ’s silica
(BDI) The Austrian plant engineering company BDI – BioEnergy International AG (“BDI”) was awarded a contract for a new BioDiesel plant in the United States featuring BDIs latest technology. Recycling waste oils and fats into high-quality BioDiesel using patented BDI
by Ernest Kao (South China Morning Post) Officials confirmed to have approached at least two biodiesel companies to collect some of the 211 tonnes that fell into the sea -- A large portion of the washed-up palm oil clumps that
(Airbus) 15 A350 XWB deliveries already dispatched to Cathay Pacific all with jet fuel blend -- Showing its strong commitment towards eco-efficiency, Airbus becomes the first aircraft manufacturer to offer its customers the option of delivering new jets using a
(Phys.Org/University of Hong Kong) Straw is commonly used for feeding animals, burning, baling, etc. As one of the "Three Canton Treasures", straw can actually be used as a raw material to produce biofuel. ... With an increasing demand on biofuel in recent
by Viola Zhou (South China Morning Post) Lydia Lam Pui-ying will further her study at Kyoto University in Japan -- Hong Kong and Japanese scientists have discovered a new way to make biofuel from rice straw, which may offer a cheaper
(SkyNRG) On Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) 70th anniversary, the carrier operated its first flight on sustainable biofuel. The morning flight departed from San Francisco Airport on May 1st and arrived in Singapore the next day. SIA partnered with the Civil Aviation
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) From California arrives the very interesting news that Amyris has entered into an agreement with Blue California whereby its affiliates will provide access to its fermentation manufacturing in China and provide the necessary capital to
(Biofuels International) Hong-Kong headquartered Cathay Pacific will start to use biofuels on select long-haul flights in an effort to cut its carbon emissions, according to a media report in the South China Morning Post. Cathay flights to Hong Kong from the US, where
(Biofuels International) Agritrade Resources, an integrated energy and shipping solutions provider, in entering into renewable energy with Solfuels Holdings, an experienced biofuel operator, by acquiring a biodiesel plant in Arkansas, US. Agritrade will own 51%, while Solfuels Holdings will hold the
by Jeff Pao (The Hindu) ASB Biodiesel, the largest used oil refiner in Hong Kong, converts used cooking oil or waste oil from vegetable and animal fat into biodiesel that can be blended with regular diesel and used in conventional
(Amyris/Globe Newswire) Two Year Committed Jet Fuel Supply Deal Demonstrating Continued Strong Farnesene Demand -- Amyris, Inc. (Nasdaq:AMRS), the industrial bioscience company, today announced that, on May 29, 2016, Cathay Pacific commenced a two-year program of flights from Toulouse to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) These days, Cathay Pacific trades under the slogan “Life Well Travelled” and the delivery of the first of 48 super-modern, super-quiet, super-chic Airbus 350-900s is another milestone for that branding — but it might as
by Ron Kotrba (Biodiesel Magazine) The U.S. imported a record volume of biomass-based diesel in 2015. ... This increase in imports is particularly interesting because 2015 was a year with no forward-looking $1-per-gallon blender’s tax credit, and, for 11 months
by Zia Haq (US Department of Energy) It’s been one year since we at the Energy Department ramped up our efforts to develop renewable jet fuel for the military and commercial aviation industry. The Department’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) joined
(Research Asia Research News/The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Researchers at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have developed a durable catalyst for green biodiesel production from low grade feedstock through one-step catalysis Biodiesel is a sustainable liquid fuel originated from biomass. However,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... Hong Kong based Cathay Pacific Airways is committed to carbon neutral growth and has demonstrated this with a recent investment in MSW to Fuels company, Fulcrum Bioenergy. Aside from Fulcrum, Cathay is actively seeking opportunities
by Elaine Yau (South China Morning Post) The recent gutter oil scandal leads to calls to set up a licensing system Last month's scandal over sales of tainted lard from Taiwan has been a source of bitter satisfaction for Hong Kong's
(Fulcrum BioEnergy/PRNewswire) -- Cathay Pacific Airways announced today that it is the first airline investor in Fulcrum BioEnergy, Inc. ("Fulcrum"), a US-based sustainable biofuel developer, as part of the airline's biofuel strategy and to help it achieve a target of
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) The Hong Kong government will commission a study and consult the biodiesel industry about widening the use of the clean fuel, including its mandatory blending into fossil diesel. The study would look at such issues
(7thSpace.com) Following is a question by the Hon Tommy Cheung and a written reply by the Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam-sing, in the Legislative Council today (March 26): Question: In March last year, this Council passed a motion urging the
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) In Florida, Biofuels Digest reports that 9 biobased ventures raised $391 million in new capital in Q1 2014, while 8 biobased ventures raised $128.6 million in Q4 2013. This compares to $363.8M million in Q2,
(Ennovor/PR NewsWire) Customers seeking premium quality, reliable and sustainable biofuels will have greater choice. This follows a $12m investment in expanding the supply chain, production and feedstock capabilities of sustainable energy sector leader Ennovor Group. The enhancements are being financed by a $12 million
by Eric Ng (South China Morning Post) ASB Biodiesel seeks to jump-start market for cleaner fuel with fresh call for mandatory blending as it prepares to open plant in Tseung Kwan O ASB Biodiesel, the developer of Hong Kong's largest biodiesel
(Hong Kong Commerce & Economic Development Bureau/Biodiesel Magazine) Hong Kong’s Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Gregory So, visited the new biodiesel plant of ASB Biodiesel (Hong Kong) Ltd in Tseung Kwan O Industrial Estate Oct. 10. The 100,000 ton
(INCBIO) Incbio, a leading Portuguese engineering company, who specializes in state of the art fully automated industrial ultrasonic Biodiesel plants, has signed a contract with Biofuel Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Green Energy Group Limited, a public company whose shares
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