(Mexico News Daily) A new facility to monitor and manage sargassum along Mexico’s Caribbean coast — and eventually convert it to biofuel — was announced Saturday by Quintana Roo Governor Mara Lezama. Work to contain and collect the noxious seaweed has already
(Air France-KLM Group) Air France-KLM and Airbus are pursuing their efforts to decarbonize air transport. -- As part of an agreement that came into effect at the beginning of 2025, Airbus employees can now book "SAF Bundles" for business travel—fares that include
(Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen e.V. (UFOP)) The decline in rapeseed meal exports has prompted the Union zur Förderung von Oel- und Proteinpflanzen e.V. (UFOP) to strongly oppose the proposed reduction of the cap on biofuels from cultivated biomass
The summit will take an in-depth look into industries: heavy, petrochemical, cement and more. Join us for a dynamic exploration of the latest developments in CCUS. In 2025, CCUS is rapidly advancing across Europe as a critical solution for decarbonizing energy-intensive
By Misha Simonovska (Fastmarkets) The assessments will reflect the cost of production of a tonne of sustainable aviation fuel in the Netherlands, utilizing hydrotreated esters and fatty acids (HEFA) technology with used cooking oil as its feedstock. SAF price inputs include Fastmarkets’ AG-UCO-0011 Used cooking
by Nandika Chand (SeaNews) FincoEnergies has announced the adoption of Digital Delivery through electronic Bunker Delivery Note (eBDN) technology across its marine biofuel operations in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp region. This reflects its commitment to transparency, innovation, and sustainability. The strategic implementation is powered
(Skytree) Skytree’s Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology has been selected by Germany’s Forschungszentrum Jülich for a pioneering Power-to-X research project. The goal: to create a scalable, real-world model for converting solar energy into carbon building blocks usable as eFuel or base
(Technical University of Munich) Imports without guarantees are not competitive -- To meet Europe’s demand for green hydrogen, governments and the private sector have high hopes for production in Africa. A study led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has now
(SkyNRG) APG, on behalf of its pension fund client ABP, is investing up to €250 million in SkyNRG to enable the development and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) worldwide. The funding will support the continued growth of SkyNRG’s platform which
(NL Times) In 2024, renewable energy made up 19.8 percent of the Netherlands’ total energy consumption, up from 17.4 percent in 2023. This rise reportedly stems mainly from new offshore wind turbines and increased biodiesel use in transport. The share of
Welcome to Carbon Capture Europe 2025, where industry leaders will explore next-generation carbon capture, utilisation, storage, and transport technologies that meet net-zero emissions targets. Carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere have risen to reach critical levels, making climate change a major
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) BTG Bioliquids is a technology provider specializing in fast pyrolysis for producing 2nd generation biofuel from biomass residues. Their strategy emphasizes modularization and standardization (“scaling by numbers”) to reduce risk, costs, and delivery times for
(Port of Rotterdam) During the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, the Port of Rotterdam Authority and EDGE Navigation signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to cooperate on the development of a future-proof liquid hydrogen infrastructure for the maritime sector. EDGE Navigation is
by Bhok Thompson (Green Prophet) The United Kingdom has taken a significant step in advancing sustainable aviation by approving an increase in the co-processing blend limit for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 5% to 30%. This decision, endorsed by the UK Ministry of
(UPM) Following extended technical, commercial and strategic evaluations UPM plans to discontinue the development of its potential second biomass-to-fuels refinery at the Port of Rotterdam. As a result, UPM plans to halt all engineering work related to the CAPEX investment in
(Port of Rotterdam) USD 1 Billion dollar trade between India and Europe -- AM Green and the Port of Rotterdam Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding to focus on building a green energy supply chain between India and Northwestern Europe via Rotterdam,
By Timothy Worledge (Fastmarkets) Fastmarkets is due to launch a new European based sustainable aviation fuel price, but what is the significance of this renewable energy? -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a renewable fuel that can replace jet fuel – derived from
(Bunker Market) Hapag-Lloyd, World’s leading shipping liner company, has reached significant milestones in its efforts to decarbonize the shipping industry under the Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance (ZEMBA) initiative. The company successfully completed its bio-methane bunkering operations, marking a major step toward the
by Aiden Green) (CarbonCredits.com) The European Union (EU) has approved €992 million in funding for 15 renewable hydrogen projects in 5 countries across the European Economic Area. This investment, under the EU Innovation Fund, is a key part of Europe’s clean
(Port of Amsterdam) Last week, the first ship-to-ship methanol bunkering took place in the port of Amsterdam. At the TMA Logistics terminal in the Amerikahaven, the offshore installation vessel Boreas from Van Oord was supplied with 500 tonnes of green methanol,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Avantium has just completed its first commercial FDCA plant after nearly two decades of development, last October, and start-up is underway. ... It’s also shouldering €189 million in CAPEX, high burn, and an urgent need for scale, validation,
by Georgios Georgiou (Riviera) The greatest potential for onboard carbon capture (OCC) lies in its integration with biofuels, according to Langh Tech, the Finnish green tech company developing its own OCC system -- Part of the Langh Group – which is also active
(Haffner Energy) The 5th World Hydrogen Awards threw Haffner Energy’s unique biomass-based solution HYNOCA® in the limelight today as one of the two hydrogen-production technologies selected for the first Renewable Energy Valley project developed under the umbrella of the Horizon Europe-funded
(The Next Web) Metafuels aims to decarbonise jet fuel using 'aerobrew' -- Swiss tech startup Metafuels has unveiled plans to open its first commercial-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plant in the Port of Rotterdam. Metafuels’ CEO Saurabh Kapoor told TNW that Turbe represents a “major
by Luke Geiver (Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... The size of the actual yeast strains used in any given plant may be micrometers small, but the amount of time and resources that go into proving out and producing strains capable of helping
(FincoEnergies) The pressure on the inland shipping sector is growing. With stricter regulations such as ETS2 and RED III, there's no time to lose. Together with Argent Energy and sector partners, FincoEnergies is demonstrating that sustainable shipping is possible today — not just with HVO but
(EIA Bioenergy)Producing biobased hydrogen could be an alternative option for renewable hydrogen provision. Moreover, there are many biobased processes either high in demand for renewable hydrogen (e.g. synthetic renewable fuels, biorefining) or that could benefit from renewable hydrogen integration. This
by Mariana Santos Moreira (OPIS) As we move towards global net zero, ammonia is gaining attention as both a major chemical industry greenhouse gas emitter and a prospective large-scale clean hydrogen carrier. Commercial ammonia production is transforming as a result: “Clean
(Volvo) Demand for Volvo’s gas-powered trucks is rising and sales increased by more than 25% in 2024. Gas-powered trucks are a growing solution for transport companies to reduce their CO2 footprint as carbon emissions can be reduced by up to 100%
(DAF) Important addition for transporters committed to sustainability -- For transporters who wish to switch to B100 biodiesel, the New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG+ can now also be delivered with a specially developed PACCAR MX-13 engine. This new power source is
(Marine Log) ... The project brings together 10 advanced technologies, each focused on reducing emissions and improving performance, including: · CO₂ capturing systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions · Air lubrication systems to improve hull efficiency · Closed-loop scrubbers to capture emissions from traditional
(Bernama/The Star) Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has urged palm oil industry players to support the TG2 Black Pellet initiative, a renewable biofuel innovation capable of replacing coal in power generation. He said the technology, developed by Netherlands-based
(Mammoet) The heavy lift and transport company implements HVO in the Netherlands, UK and Canada -- Mammoet today announced that it will be implementing HVO fuel across the Netherlands, UK and Canada from Q2 2025. The move demonstrates that the company is
by Konica Bhatt (Engine) Rotterdam B100’s discount to VLSFO nears $100/mt; EU regs tip the scale in LBM’s favour; Rotterdam’s LNG flips to discount to LSMGO -- ... EU regulations have made bunkering 100% biofuel (B100) and liquefied biomethane (LBM) in Rotterdam significantly more economical
(Biofuels Central) BP plc BP, the UK-based energy major, has decided to pause its plan to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at its Castellon refinery in eastern Spain, citing slower-than-expected growth in the market. The project was part of a broader €2
(FincoEnergies) Today, we announce the launch of our FuelEU Pooling service, created for shipowners to enable FuelEU Maritime compliance in a cost-effective and operationally seamless way. FuelEU Maritime, effective from 1 January 2025, mandates the reduction of greenhouse gas intensity of energy
(Port of Rottedam) Trammo, OCI and James Fisher Fendercare successfully conducted an ammonia bunkering pilot between two vessels at a terminal in the port of Rotterdam on 12 April, 2025. This marks an important step in preparing the port for vessels
(Neste) Neste, the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), has started producing SAF at its renewable products refinery in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The refinery has been modified to enable Neste to produce up to 500,000 tons of SAF per
(BDI) BDI has signed a contract with Ghent Renewables BV -- BDI-BioEnergy International has signed a contract with Ghent Renewables BV to begin the construction of a pioneering biofuel feedstock refinery plant. This facility will be unique in its approach, integrating advanced
(Elkem) NCL (North Sea Container Line AS) together with partners Elkem ASA, and MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC), today (April 1, 2205) initiated the operation of NCL VESTLAND in Haugesund, Norway. This marks the commencement of the vessel’s service between Western,
(Neste) Tour d’Europe is an initiative demonstrating the availability and potential of renewable fuels to help drive decarbonization and contribute to climate neutrality today and for decades to come. The Tour d’Europe involves 20 different companies, associations and institutions from across
(DNV) Biofuels are an increasingly attractive decarbonization option for shipowners. A new white paper from DNV analyses an evolving supply picture, while also providing technical guidance to shipowners planning to use it as a drop-in fuel. -- Growing international pressure to decarbonize
(Manifold Times) Manual builds upon existing gas carrier procedures for loading, discharging, and ship-to-ship transfers, adapting these established protocols to suit bunkering operations. -- Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Energy Transition Fund (ETF), recently developed an Ammonia Bunkering Operations Manual in
by Brent Barnett (Brownfield Ag News) A director for the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board says he sees a favorable outlook for U.S. ethanol exports. Shane Goplin says he expects momentum from 2024 to continue through 2025. “We have to increase our production.
by Maya Derrick (Energy Digital) KLM calls on the EU to enhance e-SAF policies, aiming to boost sustainable aviation through significant investments and leadership -- Europe is poised at a transformative junction, reshaping aviation's future. The Draghi report casts a spotlight on three
by Dominic Gates (Seattle Times) Washington state has awarded a new $1.5 million grant for a planned sustainable aviation fuels and renewable diesel production facility projected to open in 2029 at Wallula Gap on the Columbia River. That’s a very small portion
(European Public Prosecutor's Office) The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Rotterdam (Netherlands) has arrested two suspects for their role in a customs fraud scheme involving biodiesel imports, with an estimated damage of over €60 million. They allegedly imported biodiesel of
(TotalEnergies) - 45,000 tons per year of green H2 produced by the OranjeWind offshore wind farm developed by TotalEnergies (50%). - 450,000 tons per year reduction of CO2 emissions from TotalEnergies’ Anvers and Zeeland refineries. - An electrolyzer jointly developed in the
(SD Guthrie International/Biobased Diesel Daily) SD Guthrie International Ltd., formerly known as Sime Darby Oils International Ltd., announced Feb. 3 that it has acquired a 48 percent equity interest in Netherlands-based Marvesa Supply Chain Services B.V. The 54-million euro (USD$56 million) acquisition enhances SDGI’s
(European Commission) The Commission will allocate almost €1.25 billion in grants from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to 41 cross-border energy infrastructure projects, which have obtained the status of Projects of Common Interest and Projects of Mutual Interest (PCIs and PMIs) in 2024 under the Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) policy framework. This is
by Aida Čučuk (Offshore Energy) German specialty chemicals company Evonik has signed a term sheet with Dutch energy company VoltH2 to advance green hydrogen production at the Delfzijl chemical park in the Netherlands. -- Under the agreement, VoltH2 will construct a 50
(Manifold Times) Firm said it successfully delivered ISCC-certified B30 biofuel blend, derived from renewable feedstocks, to Heerema’s Anchor Handling Tug “MV Bylgia” at Port of Rotterdam. -- Burando Energies on Thursday (16 January) announced it successfully delivered ISCC-certified biofuel to Heerema’s Anchor
by Curt Epstein (AIN Online) Jet Aviation has expanded its continual supplies of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Europe to include its Basel, Switzerland facility at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (LFSB). This builds on the General Dynamics subsidiary’s experience as the first to bring
(Mobility Plaza) The company and its consortium partners will use the grant to establish H2 refueling stations across Venlo and purchase hydrogen-powered vehicles for logistics partners. Vissers Energy Group and its consortium partners have been awarded the Hydrogen in Mobility (SWIM) subsidy,
(Lloyd's Register) Risk Manager FuelEU helps users understand their compliance status and manage their FuelEU strategy. -- Lloyd’s Register OneOcean (LR OneOcean) has launched Risk Manager FuelEU, an innovative module designed to enable ship managers, owners, operators, and charterers to seamlessly manage their FuelEU compliance
(STX Group) STX Group, a leading environmental commodities and climate solutions firm, today announces the acquisition of Marine Olie, a leading trader of waste-based advanced feedstocks. This strategic acquisition strengthens STX Group’s position in the biofuels value chain and supports the
(eChemicles Zrt/EIN News Wires) eChemicles, pioneering in CO2 electrolysis, announces strategic partnership with Bosch Thin Metal Technologies to scale its novel CO2 utilization technology. eChemicles, pioneering in CO2 electrolysis, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Bosch Thin Metal Technologies to
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck is a presentation for Langerak-Gidara Energy, a company advocating for the use of High-Temperature Winkler (HTW®) gasification technology to create sustainable fuels and chemicals. The presentation deck highlights the global urgency to achieve
(Envirotainer) A significant step in reducing supply chain emissions through collaboration -- Envirotainer, the specialist in temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments, has partnered with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) to support the development and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). SAF, a cleaner alternative
(GoodFuels) Citing the high cost of electric buses, Northwest Mecklenburg, a district in Germany, has decided to make its existing public transport fleet more sustainable by switching to HVO100 biofuel instead of investing in new electric buses. -- This pragmatic choice was
(Paraguay Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies (Google Translation)) The company ADA Green Hydrogen Holdings BV plans an investment of more than USD 100 million for the construction of a green hydrogen and ammonia production plant in the town of Villa
(PGGM/Biobased Diesel Daily) Elyse Energy, a French company producing sustainable fuels and low-carbon feedstock, has secured approximately 120 million euros (USD$126.3 million) from Hy24, PGGM, Bpifrance and Mirova to accelerate development of its eMethanol and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production projects
(Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK)) Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) and Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd. (YL) have introduced a digital platform for managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions*. The platform is provided by 123Carbon B.V. (123Carbon), a Netherlands-based startup working on
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) ... European shipping alliance Gemini Corporation was born to quell the disruption and restore surety and confidence. Freight rate and fuel consumption may initially be adversely affected due to the newness, but Gemini’s plan includes decarbonization along with
Sustainable Aviation Futures EU Congress is where the global SAF, aviation and energy community meets, with over 1,000 participants from 60 countries expected in 2025. As more projects move towards FID, alternative feedstock opportunities continue to develop, and the world looks
The Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum is a premier global event that brings together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators in the aviation and sustainable energy sectors. It serves as a crucial platform for driving the advancement and adoption of sustainable
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €3 billion German-Dutch scheme to support the production of renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs), including renewable hydrogen, throughout the world. These RFNBOs will be imported and sold
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Germany’s energy company Mabanaft has concluded an agreement with compatriot shipping major Hapag-Lloyd for the supply of B30 biofuel in Hamburg. -- As disclosed, the agreement entails an initial supply of 1,000 tonnes of B30 biofuel to
by Debarati Bhattacharjee (Engine) While some ports offer biofuel blends, infrastructure remains limited compared to that of conventional fuels. Supply is confined to a few locations, and logistics often depend on trucks or third-party arrangements rather than dedicated facilities or barges.
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) This presentation deck from ResourceWise, a consulting firm specializing in biofuel markets, highlights the growing global demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and bio-based diesel. The presentation deck focuses on the increasing adoption of SAF and
(Fitch Solutions) • As sustainable aviation fuel becomes pivotal in the aviation industry's decarbonisation efforts, significant opportunities are emerging for key markets involved in biofuel feedstock production. Policies and legislative measures in major markets like Europe and the US underscore the urgency
by Jimmy Troderman (U.S. Energy Information Administration) In 2024, the U.S. East Coast became a consistent destination for small volumes of renewable diesel as a few suppliers and local governments began offering or consuming the fuel. Because no renewable diesel is produced
by Joanna Plucinska (Reuters) Most of the world's airlines are not doing enough to switch to sustainable jet fuel, according to a study by Brussels-based advocacy group Transport and Environment, which also found too little investment by oil producers in the transition. The airline
(UECC and Titan) UECC vessels to sail on biomethane supplied by Titan for rest of 2024 and most of 2025, representing largest ongoing LBM commitment in shipping -- United European Car Carriers (UECC) and Titan Clean Fuels (Titan) have signed a new
(Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor) The Rotterdam-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC) partners have conducted a successful pilot for the bunkering of mass-balanced liquefied bio-methane (LBM) at the Port of Rotterdam (PoR) on 19 October 2024. A total
(Auramarine) Auramarine, the leading fuel supply systems pioneer for the marine, power and process industries, has announced that it will deliver two shipsets of Diesel Fuel Oil (DFO) and Liquid Biofuel (LBO) supply systems to Meriaura, a leading Finnish shipping company. The
(Merco Press) Uruguay is to ship to The Netherlands 300 tons of biofuels from ALUR's corn oil distillery in the Capurro neighborhood of Montevideo. These are the first biodiesel productions from distillery corn oils, it was also reported this week. The product
by Jamey Bergman (Riviera) A Singapore-based fuel testing group has recommended that shipowners avoid cashew nut fuels and blends -- ’Several’ ships in the fuel bunkering hubs of Singapore and Rotterdam have reported operational problems after apparently bunkering fuel blended with Cashew
(Stellantis) Full compatibility: All Stellantis cars and light-duty commercial vehicles has been validated for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) Diesel use, also known as “green Diesel”; Eco-Friendly Fuel: HVO Diesel offers the same performance as traditional Diesel and is derived from renewable sources, such
by Tim Jay (Global Trade) China plans to issue its first export quotas for marine bunker fuel blended with biodiesel, aiming to bolster domestic biofuel producers affected by European Union anti-dumping tariffs. Industry sources and consultancy JLC report that the government
by Thomas Washington (S&P Global) Over-compliance with CO2 reductions of 24% in 2022 alone; Industry lobby groups identify certification of imports as problem; Producers across Europe have been struggling -- Germany has put a halt to greenhouse gas emissions ticket rollovers in 2025 and
by Max Lin (S&P Global) Large bulker operator to introduce bioblends to bunker mix from 2025; Company size allows Star Bulk to use EU's pooling mechanism: exec; Regulatory clarity needed for methanol, LNG and ammonia investments -- Star Bulk -- one of the largest
(SAS) SAS joins a collaboration between Danish green hydrogen producers and Dutch industrial markets, in the presence of His Majesty the King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, His Majesty King Frederik of Denmark, Dutch Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Climate Policy
(Bioenergy International) The European Commission has selected 85 innovative net-zero projects to receive EUR 4.8 billion in grants from the Innovation Fund, helping to put cutting-edge clean technologies into action across Europe. The 2023 call for proposals of the Innovation Fund attracted
by Valerie Swiantek (NGT News) Trucksters, a technology-based truck relay transport operator, has decided to partner with Cepsa and its network of service stations to supply its trucks with 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). Specifically, Trucksters will use the biofuel in the freight transit
(BP/Biobased Diesel Daily) BP announced Oct. 23 that it has begun selling hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, in Spain at select service stations. The fuel is initially available at four service stations in Madrid, Valencia and Navarra. These stations
(MENAFN/Globe Newswire) The "Europe Data Center Generator market Landscape 2024-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Europe Data Center Generator Market was valued at USD 1.10 billion in 2023, and is expected to reach USD 1.78 billion by 2029, rising at a CAGR of
The leading international business event for the global bioeconomy community -- On 19-20 June 2025, World Bio Markets will connect over 450 industry leaders with a commercially focused two-day programme of pre arranged 1-2-1 meetings, knowledge exchange, and networking in order
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Norwegian Cruise Line has taken the next step in its decarbonization journey with the adoption of biofuel, which is estimated to enable up to 80-90% reduction in lifecycle CO2 emissions without engine modifications. Norwegian Cruise Line’s ship
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Norwegian green hydrogen and ammonia company Fuella has signed an agreement with the Port of Pecém to develop a large-scale green ammonia project in Pecém, in the State of Ceará, in Brazil. -- Under the agreement signed
by Ariane Morrissey (Bunkerspot) Biofuel supplier GoodFuels has ended all biofuel deliveries in Singapore with immediate effect, nearly three years after launching its office in the world’s largest bunkering hub. In a written statement sent to Bunkerspot today (6 November), the company has confirmed
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Some say that companies like Avantium, Cellana and Carbios can be safely ignored, the hill is too tough to climb, the technology too ambitious, the markets served too uncaring, the development and deployment costs too high, the returns too minuscule to
by Samyak Pandey and Kelly Norways (S&P Global) Neste's renewable diesel line in Singapore offline due to technical issues; US deliveries may be affected during final blender tax credit quarter; Renewables company addressing issue amid declining sales forecasts -- A production line
by Enes Tunagur (Lloyd's List) Competitive prices and regulatory certainty in Singapore helped it dethrone Rotterdam as the top biofuel bunkering hub -- Singapore replaced Rotterdam as top biodiesel bunker hub despite Dutch subsidies, as regulatory certainty and falling prices boosted demand in
(Port of Rotterdam) In partnership, Power2X and Advario are developing a world-scale production and storage hub for sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) and synthetic, ultra-low carbon fuels in the port of Rotterdam. -- The Power2X production facility will have the capacity to produce
(TNO/Biobased Diesel Daily) Dutch inland shipping can achieve a significant CO2 reduction in the short term by blending fatty acid methyl esters (FAME), also known as biodiesel, but there are some skeptics. In order to objectively map out any risks associated with
(WELTEC BIOPOWER) “WELTEC BLUE WATER” now replaces Kumac. With this new name, WELTEC BIOPOWER is responding to international market requirements for its tried and tested slurry and digestate treatment systems. In recent years, 17 plants have already been put into operation
(VTTI) VTTI and Connex are joining forces to develop a renewable feedstock or 'Greenstock' Pretreatment Facility (GPF) at VTTI’s terminal in Amsterdam (ETA). -- VTTI, an industry leader in energy infrastructure, and Connex, a renewable feedstocks trader, are joining forces to develop
(European Commission) The LIFE project NEW HYTS aims to revolutionise heavy transport through the deployment of hydrogen-powered vehicles. -- His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands officially inaugurated a new electrolyser for green hydrogen production near Utrecht on 4 October. Developed by
by Marcus Hand (Seatrade Maritime News) Biofuels are rapidly gaining market share for alternative marine fuels and seen as good way of complying with the FuelEU standard next year. -- Singapore biofuel sales surpass 400,000 tonnes in first eight months of the
by Ben Elgin (BNN Bloomberg) In the quest to shrink the outsized climate impact of air travel, airlines across the globe have vowed to consume vast quantities of greener jet fuel. But most airlines are lagging far behind their pledges, according
(Biofuels International) The ORLEN Group has initiated sales of its HVO100 fuel at two service stations in Germany. ... The introduction of this fuel to the Polish market will be possible once the ongoing legislative work on quality requirements is completed. HVO100
(Maritime Executive) Environmental groups are continuing their efforts to limit the claims of the shipping industry and specifically cruise ships for what they believe are aggressive statements about the impact and progress of the ships in the efforts to decarbonize. The
(TotalEnergies) TotalEnergies and Air France-KLM have signed an agreement for TotalEnergies to supply up to 1.5 million tons of more sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Air France-KLM Group airlines over a 10-year period, until 2035. This agreement marks one the largest SAF
(DB Schenker) Comprehensive emissions reduction efforts for CO2e-savings across all transport modes and warehousing • Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Sustainable Marine Fuel in intercontinental shipping, renewable Diesel and electric trucks for Land Transport • Illinois SuperHub achieved LEED Platinum Certification by
(FedEx) Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, announces its transition to using biofuels in linehaul trucks at three UK sites as of this month. More than 170 trucks – all tractor-trailer combinations – will now refuel with hydrotreated vegetable
(NORDEN) NORDEN and leading global resources company BHP have entered into a lower CO2 emission biofuel arrangement for approximately 1,000 tonnes of 100% biofuel (B100) to be used on a voyage from Hay Point, Australia to Rotterdam, Netherlands on the Capesize
(Atterno) On Thursday September,11th, 2024, Her Majesty Queen Máxima officially opened Attero and Nordsol's bio-LNG plant in Wilp. The plant produces sustainable bio-LNG from biogas from the fermentation of vegetable, fruit and garden waste (VGF). This brings the sustainability of maritime
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) German cruise line AIDA Cruises, part of Carnival Corporation, has refueled its Hyperion-class cruise ship AIDAprima with 100% renewable Bio Marine Fuel (BMF100) as part of a pilot project to evaluate the fuel performance in regular
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) A handful of industrial biotechnology companies have the strength and purpose to make it as a public company — others remain private, are acquired, or wind down. What makes companies able to succeed with public investors?
(HoSt Bio-Energy Systems/PR Newswire) HoSt Bio-Energy Systems North America and Bright Renewables North America have been selected to provide Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) technologies for Global NRG Renewables' distillery waste-to-RNG project in Louisville, Kentucky. The project will convert 105 million gallons per
by Martyn Wingrove (Riviera) Svitzer will retrofit 10 tugs to run on biofuels in the Netherlands and has ordered a battery methanol hybrid tug, while Herman Sr plans to trial algae-derived fuel -- Danish tug owner Svitzer is upgrading its fleet with
by Naida Hakirevic Prevljak (Offshore Energy) Classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) has assigned its first class notation for carbon capture onboard a ship to Eastern Pacific Shipping-owned tanker Pacific Cobalt. The 50,000 dwt mid-range chemical carrier retrofit features a prefabricated onboard carbon
by Alexander Kueper (Neste Renewable Aviation Business/SAF Magazine) ... The key to increasing SAF production is investing in renewable products production capacity, but with a market in its early stages of development, it also requires vision and commitment to make the
(Raízen) Joint Development Agreement focuses on using the lignin from 2nd Generation Ethanol’s potential to produce additional waste-based sustainable solutions -- Raízen, an integrated energy company with a broad portfolio of renewables, and Vertoro, a Dutch biotechnology accelerator, today announced the signing
Advancing the maritime industry’s energy transition -- The maritime industry is facing an urgent challenge: how to transition towards a sustainable future and reduce its environmental impact. Part of our Maritime Decarbonisation Series The Maritime Decarbonisation, Europe: Conference, Awards & Exhibition 2024, taking place
by Nadja Skopljak (Offshore Energy) The Netherlands-headquartered Van Oord has taken a step seen as a milestone in its decarbonization efforts with the first delivery of biofuel for its 2011-built flexible fallpipe vessel. -- The biofuel delivered for the Stornes flexible fallpipe
(Manifold Times) Both bunkered X-Press Feeders containership “Eco Maestro” with green methanol, supplied by OCI Fuels, using barge “MTS Experience” on 28 July. -- TankMatch on Monday (5 August) said it accomplished a successful green methanol bunker operation with OCI Global in
(Neste) In a partnership aimed at advancing sustainability in river cruises, Neste and OK Slurink, subsidiary of Catom B.V. and a specialist in bunkering services, have joined forces with Scylla, a provider of river cruises, to supply Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in the
(Gunvor Group) - VARO’s project has made significant progress since announcement in September 2023. FEED has advanced and is expected to be complete, Q4 2024. - Gunvor will join VARO as an equal partner to jointly develop a large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) manufacturing facility.
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €998 million Dutch scheme to support the production of renewable hydrogen. The measure aims to contribute to the development of renewable hydrogen in line with the objectives of
(Uniper) The company produces its first BioLNG at the Gate terminal in Rotterdam; The decision marks another step in developing a fully integrated biomethane-BioLNG supply chain within Uniper -- Uniper is taking its decarbonization efforts one step further. At the Gate terminal in
by Joanna Plucinska (Reuters) A UK initiative to promote green jet fuel will need to be taken up around the world - and built on - if the technology is to have any chance of delivering its promise of radically cleaner
by Helen Massy-Beresford and Graham Warwick (Aviation Week) ... SAF can cost 3-5 times as much as standard kerosene and accounts for around 0.5% of global fuel usage. In Europe, ReFuelEU mandates are set to come into force Jan. 1, 2025, but
(NEN) Publication of NEN 7427-1 for FAME as a blend component for residual marine fuels -- Although biofuels have been used as blend components in the shipping industry for quite some time, there was no specific specification for this industry. The publication
by Paolo Gabrielli, Lorenzo Rosa, Matteo Gazzani, Raoul Meys, André Bardow, Marco Mazzotti and Giovanni Sansavini (Cell Magazine/One Earth) The chemical industry is responsible for about 5% of global CO2 emissions and is key to achieving net-zero targets. Decarbonizing this industry, nevertheless, faces particular challenges given the widespread
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
by Megan Gildea, Aly Blakeway, Hassan Butt (S&P Global) ... While the bio-LNG bunkering market is still in its infancy companies have been closely eyeing the market as a means of meeting emissions targets and bolstering LNG's future as a marine fuel,
With the urgency of climate action at the forefront, the Industry CCUS 2024 conference brings together industry leaders to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Through discussions on carbon capture, utilization and storage, attendees will explore
(X-Press Feeders) New Green Network Starts with Rotterdam and Antwerp Bruges to Finland and the Baltics -- X-Press Feeders, the world’s largest independent common carrier, has started Europe’s first scheduled feeder network in which the vessels are powered by green methanol, a
Net-Zero Now: Accelerating Decarbonisation in Europe’s Road Freight -- The European hub for sustainable heavy-duty transport leaders – where innovation meets action Heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) may be only 2% of the road fleet, but they pack a punch, contributing to 27%
(UECC and Titan) LBM bunkering operations kick off UECC’s ‘Green Gas Month’ and reinforce LBM availability today -- United European Car Carriers (UECC) and Titan Clean Fuels (Titan) are collaborating on a series of major liquefied biomethane (LBM) bunkering operations in the Port
by Carl Surran (Seeking Alpha) Shell (NYSE:SHEL) said on Tuesday it will stop construction of a major biofuels production facility in the Netherlands, as it seeks to ensure the project's competitiveness in a market that faces an anticipated flood of sustainable fuels from
After a thought-provoking and hugely successful launch this year, ACI’s next edition of Future of Chemical Recycling will be taking place in February 2025. ACI was proud to launch this landmark event in the realm of sustainable waste-material management in Rotterdam on the
Join ACI’s The Future of BioLNG: Europe 2025, a premier event dedicated to BioLNG innovation, regulation, and market dynamics taking place 29th & 30th January, 2025 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. This conference will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders to
(Sweco) The European energy company VoltH2 has selected Sweco as its partner for the design and development of a new hydrogen plant in Delfzijl in the Netherlands. The production facility has received the necessary permits and is currently in the
(Oil and Gas Climate Initiative) Two-year partnership will focus on energy efficiency, future fuels and unlocking the carbon value chain -- The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI) and the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation (GCMD) today (June 25, 2024) announced a
by Roberto Samora and Marcelo Teixeira (Reuters) BP Plc (BP.L) will evaluate expanding and diversifying its biofuel operation in Brazil, looking at new products such as second-generation ethanol and sustainable aviation fuel after buying out Bunge (BG.N) from their joint venture BP Bunge Bioenergia. The company said
(Neste) Neste has supplied sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Emirates for flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport. With this, Emirates becomes the first international visiting carrier using SAF supplied at the airport from Neste’s Singapore refinery. To meet Emirates’ needs, over
(GREEN MARINE) The rapid advancement of the energy transition in shipping underscores the critical importance of methanol as a marine fuel. Essential to the smooth adoption is the necessary supply chain infrastructure. GREEN MARINE FUELS TRADING is thrilled to unveil a strategic
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) From the Netherlands comes news that SkyNRG is launching Project Runway. an initiative brings together airlines and corporates to navigate the complexities of SAF procurement. Microsoft is joining as a founding member. Under the Book & Claim
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) The BioFore company, the Finnish Forest Giant, the hydrocarbons from the woods folk, by any name this forest products company has made a splash with its hydrocarbons from wood technologies and a successful leap to commercial
ACI’s 3rd European Methanol Summit will take place on 16th & 17th October 2024 in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. The conference will bring together Methanol and Chemicals industry experts, technology innovators, methanol producers and research organisations to learn, share and discuss
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) From the Netherlands comes exciting news: BioBTX, a pioneering developer of renewable aromatics technology, has secured over €80 million to launch its first commercial-scale plant. This investment will fund the world’s first renewable chemicals plant utilizing
by Anna Prokhorova (Argus Media) Danish shipping firm Norden said it completed a B100 marine biodiesel bunkering operation in Singapore last week. According to the company, it is "the first ever 100pc biofuel (B100) bunkering in Singapore". Norden said it was commissioned by
(European Commission) The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a fourth Important Project of Common European Interest (‘IPCEI') to support research, innovation and the first industrial deployment in the hydrogen value chain. The project contributes to the EU's
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) Latvian national airline airBaltic has partnered with Netherlands-based Fokker Next Gen to help develop a new liquid hydrogen powered commercial aircraft, to be manufactured at sites in both countries. The companies have signed a MoU through which
(X-Press Feeders) X-Press Feeders, the world's largest independent common carrier, along with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and PSA Singapore today achieved a historic milestone towards sustainable shipping with the arrival in Singapore and successful refuelling of X-Press Feeders’
by Daniela Castillo Monagas (World Bio Market Insights) Munster Technological University will lead a new first-of-its-kind decentralised green biorefinery demonstration initiative funded under the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU). The €8.7 million “Rural BioReFarmeries” project will advance the development of farm-centred bioeconomy approaches through
by Alan Sherrard (Bioenergy International) In the Netherlands, a consortium with Bright Renewables and HyGear, both part of the HoSt Group, and the University of Twente are set to construct Benelux's first electro-methanol (e-methanol) system. The joint project, "Towards Acceleration and Demonstration of
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