(Government of South Korea) Establishment of eco-friendly ship fuel supply businesses and registration standards through the amendment of the Enforcement Decree of the Port Transport Business Act Considering initial market conditions, the temporary use of maritime cargo vessels for supplying eco-friendly ship
(Chonnam National University) Study provides biofuel producers with a practical, multi-dimensional framework for choosing feedstocks by weighing both climate impact and air pollution together Biodiesel is a promising bridge technology for enhancing sustainability of the transport industry while renewable energy infrastructure scales
(GS Caltex/Biobased Diesel Daily) South Korean energy company GS Caltex announced Sept. 9 that it will supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to the global logistics provider DHL Express, marking a further expansion of its SAF supply activities. The two companies signed a
by Christopher Otts (Wall Street Journal) Hyundai, Ford and Stellantis are planning to introduce larger EVs with gas generators to solve range anxiety -- Hyundai, Ford Motor F -3.15%decrease; red down pointing triangle and Jeep parent Stellantis STLA -2.70%decrease; red down pointing triangle are
by Arlene Karidis (Waste360) Mixed plastic waste is nearly impossible to recycle, with billions of tons choking landfills and incinerators worldwide. Now scientists in California and South Korea have developed a unique, experimental method to manage this problematic stream. It’s designed to
(Team BHP) The Syros Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) Concept is powered by a 1.0-litre engine. -- Kia has unveiled the Syros Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) concept in India. It is powered by a 1.0-litre engine that can run on petrol, ethanol-blended petrol
(Fraunhofer UMSICHT) Advancing technologies for a climate-neutral industry together: The Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology UMSICHT, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP and the South Korean energy company SGC Energy are pooling their expertise to
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council) The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) recently brought a delegation of South Korean biotechnology safety reviewers to the U.S. to enhance participants’ understanding of science-based regulatory frameworks and safety assessment systems for biotechnology and gene-editing
(Everllence) Everllence strengthens leadership in engine technology with successful R&D test for G80 Everllence B&W ME-LGIMe (-Liquid Gas Injection Ethanol) unit at HHI-EMD -- Everllence has announced that the world’s first Everllence B&W G80 ethanol capable engine has been tested and verified
(Government of South Korea Maritime Industry Technology Division (Google Translation)) Legislative Notice of Enactment of Subordinate Regulations for the "Special Act on Support for Establishing Green Shipping Routes" - Full-scale implementation of the '2nd Basic Plan for the Development and Supply of
(Chonnam National University/PR Newswire) Study provides biofuel producers with a practical, multi-dimensional framework for choosing feedstocks by weighing both climate impact and air pollution together GWANGJU, South Korea, Aug. 27, 2026 -- For limiting global warming to within 1.5 °C, scaling up
(Seoul Tech) A new framework rapidly identifies the best operating conditions for solid oxide electrolysis cells, advancing efficient hydrogen production As countries invest in green hydrogen to decarbonize heavy industry, transportation, and energy systems, researchers are seeking faster ways to accelerate the
by Jo Nam-jun (Energy Daily (Google Translation)) Ecomethanol, Taebaek City, Hyundai Corporation, and global shipping companies are collaborating on a supply chain… securing demand sources before relocating production. With a 120 billion won investment and an annual capacity of 15,000 tons, the
(DX Danseok) DS Danseok (017860, CEOs Seung-wook Han and Jong-wan Kim ) , a resource-recycling energy company, announced on the 20th that it has established a new entity , 'DS Orbion, ' dedicated to the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) business and
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Today (August 21, 2026), The Daily Digest is releasing The Digest’s 100 Hottest Projects in the Bioeconomy— 2026 Edition, our annual benchmark profiling and ranking the world’s leading commercial-scale bioeconomy assets. This year’s rankings focuses on execution—curating
(KAIST (Google translation)) Our university announced that it held an opening ceremony for the 'SHI-KAIST Advanced Maritime Research Center (AMRC)' with Samsung Heavy Industries (CEO Choi Seong-an) on the 13th at John Hanna Hall in the Academic and Cultural Center of
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In Korea, Taebaek City is seeking a clean methanol partnership with Latvia to turn forest biomass into marine fuel and build a route into the European market. Taebaek Mayor Lee Sang-ho met Latvian Embassy officials in
Maydison, Kwangseok Lee, Bonggi Choi, Yun-Ho Kim, and Hee Jin Kang (Journal of Cleaner Production) • Proposes an integrated framework aligning retrofit feasibility with life-cycle emission and cost analyses. Assesses technical viability of battery, hybrid diesel-battery, H2 fuel cell, methanol, and ammonia
by Kim Nam-myung (Seoul Economic Daily) Predetermined Winning Bidders for 11 Years; Possible Diesel and Energy Price Increases; FTC Recommends Criminal Referral of Firms and Executives Domestic biofuel companies that engaged in bid rigging worth 9.7 trillion won for more than 11 years have been
by Kim Yongu (Asia Business Daily) ... Plans to expand the port's current fuel supply system, which has so far focused on liquefied natural gas (LNG), to include zero-carbon fuels such as ammonia and hydrogen, have now been incorporated into the
(ABS) ABS has awarded approval in principle (AIP) for a concept design for a nuclear-powered 15,000 TEU containership developed in collaboration with the Korea Research Institute of Ships and Ocean Engineering (KRISO) and the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI). Equipped with
(S-Oil (Google translation)) Establishment of an operational system in the Ulsan region covering everything from raw material procurement to blending and supply -- Expanding the low-carbon fuel portfolio to respond to international environmental regulations and customer demand for carbon reduction S-OIL (CEO: Anwar
by Lee Seo-yeon (Asia Today) S-Oil is set to target the low-carbon marine fuel market as it begins supplying bio-marine fuel (B30 VLSFO). The strategy aims to expand its eco-friendly fuel portfolio in response to tighter environmental regulations from the International Maritime
(International ESG Association/Carbon Capture Magazine) The International ESG Association (IESGA) and POSCO International have launched a joint research initiative to study the use of biochar and soil carbon management in Indonesian palm plantations as part of efforts to reduce greenhouse gas
by Nikhil Sharma (Argus Media) Indian ethanol producers are targeting alternative markets including domestic and African industrial buyers to draw down surplus stock after national oil companies bought less than expected for gasoline blending. India's ethanol surplus has worsened because private distillers increased
(Safety4Sea) Korean Register (KR) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) announced the development of a domestic operating framework for ammonia-fuelled vessels as part of the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries’ “Green Shipping Corridor Construction Support Project”, supporting the wider adoption of
by JaeWon Go (DongA Science) South Korea and Australia have agreed to pursue research cooperation on hydrogen and rare earth elements. They will conduct joint research on hydrogen fueling stations that separate and store hydrogen from natural gas, and on the
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Taiwan, South Korea push alcohol-to-jet SAF tech; Taiwan's SAF demand to reach 182,000 mt by 2030; Asia-Pacific ATJ capacity to hit 4 mil mt by 2030 Alcohol-to-jet technology is gaining commercial traction in Taiwan and South
(Incheon National University/PR Newswire) Microorganisms are increasingly being engineered to manufacture valuable compounds ranging from medicines and food ingredients to biofuels and industrial chemicals. However, turning microbes into efficient production platforms requires extensive strain optimization. Finding the right genetic changes to
(ANI/ChiniMandi) Brazil has completed its first bioethanol bunkering operation for a container ship, marking a major milestone in the use of renewable fuels for maritime transport and strengthening the country’s position in the global low-carbon shipping transition. According to a statement by
(Korea Shipping Association (Google Translation)) Establishing a low-carbon ship fuel supply chain -- On July 2, the Korea Quality Foundation held the ISCC-EU Trader certification award ceremony. The Korea Shipping Association (KSA, Chairman Lee Chae-ik ) announced that it has finally obtained the
(U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council) The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC), in cooperation with U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA’s FAS) and the Korea Biofuels Forum, hosted the 2026 Seoul Biofuels & Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Conference in
(ResourceWise) China reached an important milestone in May that could signal a broader shift in global biofuel trade. For the first time on record, the country exported more hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) than biodiesel (FAME) in a single month. While biodiesel remains
(National Research Council of Science & Technology/EurekAlert!) A world-first flame plasma pyrolysis technology eliminates the need for pre-drying, turning moisture-laden organic waste into anthracite-grade biochar with industrial potential Addressing a Growing Waste Challenge Every year, global coffee consumption generates more than 10 million
by Ma. Cristina Arayata (Philippine News Agency) The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has inked a memorandum of understanding with two partners to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). SAF is made up of renewable waste and raw
(Cactus Communications/EurekAlert!) Researchers provide a roadmap for converting biomass into renewable energy and chemicals using machine learning and sustainability assessments As global efforts to reduce dependence on fossil resources continue to intensify, biomass has emerged as a promising renewable feedstock for producing
by Konica Bhatt (Engine) Agastya Green Fuels has planned a 1 million mt/year e-methanol production and export facility at Mulapeta Port in Andhra Pradesh, India. The project is expected to be developed over the next six years, Agastya Group chief executive Shashi
(Exmar) With the delivery of the Midsize Gas Carrier ANTWERPEN EXMAR is proud to say that this marks a very important milestone in low-carbon shipping. ANTWERPEN is the world’s first oceangoing vessel capable of transporting ammonia as well as using it
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Every few years, a technology becomes the hottest act in town. Investors chase it. Journalists write about it. Conference organizers move it to the main stage. Consultants produce forecasts measured in trillions. For a while, it
(Xinde Maritime) Jiangnan Shipyard makes another move in "nuclear energy shipping": this time it's not just one ship. According to Xinde Maritime Network, on June 2, Jiangnan Shipyard (Group) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corporation, released a new concept
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... What do these successes have in common? -- That question led to The Compass. Not a report. Not a forecast. Not a collection of best practices. A field guide. Nineteen years of observation. Thousands of deployment
(The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)/Tech Xplore) Naphtha, an essential feedstock for the petrochemical industry, has faced sharp price increases and supply instability in recent years, driving demand for sustainable alternatives. The KAIST-Hanwha Solutions Future Technology Research Institute,
(Korea Herald) Biofuel firm's Vietnam foothold sets stage for sustainable aviation fuel opportunity -- The future of aviation fuel may turn less on how it is produced than on how its raw materials are collected, according to ReFeed CEO Lee Chung-ho. The company
(National Research Council of Science and Technology/Phys.Org) ... A research team has developed a high-efficiency electrochemical system that simultaneously produces hydrogen and value-added chemicals using glycerol, a low-cost, abundant byproduct of biodiesel production. The findings are published in Joule. ... The study is significant in
(Bioenergy International) On April 23, 2026, at the Port of Ulsan, South Korea, LOTTE Fine Chemical completed the world's first commercial bunkering of green ammonia on an ammonia-powered vessel built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries In South Korea, chemical major LOTTE Fine
by Song Hyun-soo (Busan (Google Translation)) ... The Korea Marine Equipment Research Institute (KOMERI, President Bae Jeong-cheol) announced on the 20th (April) that it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the development and demonstration of hydrogen fuel cell ships with Hanwha Aerospace,
(Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha) Advancing Decarbonized Fuel Supply Business at the World’s Largest Bunkering Ports -- NYK Bulkship (Asia) Pte. Ltd. (“NYK Line”), Golden Island Pte. Ltd. (“Golden Island”), and Yara Clean Ammonia Norge AS (“Yara Clean Ammonia”) have concluded a non-binding
by Mucahithan Avcioglu and Gokhan Ergocun (Anadolu Agency) New framework aims to finance crude, fuel procurement, expand stockpiling systems, and strengthen Asian supply chains amid Hormuz disruption Japan launched a new regional energy security initiative on Wednesday (April 15, 2026) and pledged around
(EXMAR) EXMAR marks a landmark milestone with the namings of the world’s first ocean-going ammonia dual fuel mid-size gas carriers (MGC), the culmination of a joint development program initiated more than three and a half years ago with HD Hyundai. The 46,000
by Evan Halper (Washington Post) As economies in Asia and Europe reel, leaders make plans to replace imported oil and gas with homegrown energy. -- ... Governments from Manila to Hanoi are leaning into alternatives that range from expanding coal power to
(Korea Maritime Institute) Korea Maritime Institute Announces Results of "Research on Response Measures for Switching to Green Ammonia Ship Fuel -- The Korea Maritime Institute (KMI, President Cho Jeong-hee) released the "Study on Response Measures for the Switching to Green Ammonia Ship
(KoreanRegister) In response to the tightening environmental regulations in the international shipping sector, various alternative fuels are being adopted both domestically and internationally. Among these, hydrogen is a carbon-free, ecofriendly fuel and a key alternative for maritime decarbonization. Furthermore, as hydrogen
by Yoo Seung-hoon (News1 (Google translation)) With the Gunsan Shipyard finding a new owner, expectations are growing that North Jeolla Province will leap forward as a key base for 'K-Smart Shipbuilding'. At a press conference on the 25th, Jeonbuk Governor Kim Kwan-young announced
(Hyundai) • Hyundai Motor launches South America’s first XCIENT Fuel Cell Class-8 heavy-duty truck fleet to advance low-carbon freight solutions The company joins the Kahirós Project to develop green hydrogen infrastructure and contribute to decarbonizing timber logistics in Uruguay The project is backed
(The Saigon Times) Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) will replace all mineral gasoline with E10RON95 biofuel nationwide by next month, instead of June 2026 as earlier planned to cope with the increasing energy risk. The shift to E10RON95 is expected to reduce
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) In South Korea, HD Hyundai has signed a joint development agreement with the American Bureau of Shipping to design a nuclear electric propulsion system for 16,000 TEU container ships, using a small modular reactor capable of
(South Korea Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (Google Translation)) The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced that it will launch the "Eco-Friendly Ship and Equipment Performance Verification Support Platform," which will provide comprehensive testing facility information necessary for performance evaluations of eco-friendly
(KOMERI (Google Translation)) -Next-generation carbon-free fuel 'ammonia 'Cooperation on eco-friendly ship technology begins in earnest -Establishing a specialized training system for ammonia fuel supply and propulsion system research. Korea Marine Equipment Research Instituteb(Director Bae Jeong-cheol,bKOMERI)band Mokpo National Maritime Universityb(President Choi Bu-hong,Below is Mokpo
(United National Climate Change) A UN Body has approved the first credits to be issued under the UN carbon market established by the Paris Agreement. The approved activity is a clean‑cooking project in Myanmar, which distributes efficient cookstoves that reduce harmful household air pollution and lessen pressure on local forests. UN
(Ecopro H&N (Google Translation)) - HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering and the Korean Register of Shipping jointly carry out a national project on eco-friendly ship technology. - Successful development of Korea's first large-scale ammonia engine purification system - By 2025 , 44%
(WinGD) Swiss marine power company WinGD has achieved a major milestone on the path to zero-carbon shipping with the completion of both Type Approval Testing (TAT) and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of their ammonia-fuelled two-stroke marine engine. Both test programmes were
(International Maritime Organzation) An international seminar explored the latest developments in biofuels in the maritime sector, including the challenges and opportunities related to using marine fuels made from plants, waste oils or agricultural residues to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from
(Renewable Fuels Association) Distillers Grains Exports Also Had a Strong Year -- According to new statistical reports released today by the Renewable Fuels Association, the value of the U.S. ethanol industry’s exports rose to a record $7.6 billion in 2025, fueled by
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... The obstacle isn’t the green premium. It isn’t scale, or feedstock, or regulation. It’s allocation. It’s who pays for the rug. Conventional jet fuel hovers around $90 per barrel. SAF still carries a 2x–4x premium.
(Hanwha) Hanwha is working to advance carbon-free shipping by developing ammonia-powered turbines in collaboration with Baker Hughes, driving innovation in maritime energy solutions -- Hanwha Ocean and Hanwha Power Systems have signed a Joint Development and Collaboration Agreement with Baker Hughes, a
by JooHyeon Heo (Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology/Phys.Org) ... Microbial conversion offers a sustainable solution, as microbes naturally consume CO₂, producing useful compounds with minimal energy and without relying on expensive catalysts. A joint research team from UNIST and the
National Research Council of Science & Technology/EurekAlert!) Joint research by KRICT and EN2CORE Technology validates an integrated process that produces aviation fuel from abundant landfill gas—more readily available than used cooking oil—demonstrating the feasibility of decentralized SAF production The aviation industry accounts
(South Korea Maritime Industry Technology Department (Google Translation)) Operation of a public-private consultative body to establish technical standards for ammonia vessels and lead international standardization. -- The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced that it will hold the 2026 kickoff meeting of
(Vinssen/Donga (Google Translation)) Signing of Joint Development Plan for Marine Application of Ammonia-Based Power Generation Solutions Samsung Heavy Industries, global ammonia solutions company Amogy, and hydrogen fuel cell specialist Vinssen are joining forces to develop an "ammonia-hydrogen fuel cell-based carbon-free power system"
by Bob Kozak* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Public Policy Day at the 2026 Washington DC Auto Show 22 January 2026: A Look to the Future of the US Vehicle Industry -- As a kick-off for the annual Auto Show in Washington DC,
(Jeonbuk National University/PR Newswire) Study focuses on fluidized bed design and the structure and performance of various kinds of oxygen carriers -- Traditional techniques of converting fossil fuels for heat and power generation and chemical production increase carbon footprint, harming society and
(Vietnam Plus) Vietnam will officially transition to the use of E5 and E10 biofuels from June 1, 2026 in line with a roadmap prepared over many years by the Government and relevant ministries and sectors. The rollout is said to be ready
(Singapore Marine and Port Authority) Singapore posted record port performance in 2025, supported by resilient global trade and fuel offtake. This was announced by Senior Minister of State for Law and Transport Mr Murali Pillai, who was the Guest-of-Honour at the
Kim Byeong-min (Today Energy (Google Translation)) A declaration was announced by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, which is taking the lead in achieving the National Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target (NDC) in the transportation sector. The Ministry of Climate, Energy and
Licella marked 2025 with major strategic shifts, including the full acquisition of Arbios Biotech and securing funding from Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s Diamond Edge Ventures. A landmark collaboration with Shell Catalysts & Technologies aims to scale global low-carbon biomass-to-biofuel solutions, specifically
(The Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) Google translation) Overcoming the limitations of rapid corrosion and wear of metal! --Overcoming the fatal limitation of ammonia that causes rapid corrosion and wear of metals Development of next-generation, highly corrosion- and wear-resistant carbon coating
(Safety4Sea) VINSSEN has launched HYDRO ZENITH, Korea’s first hydrogen fuel cell–powered ship developed in compliance with the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries’ Interim Standards. -- As explained, the launch ceremony took place on 18 December at VINSSEN’s land-based test facility in
by John Snyder (Riviera) South Korean engine builder, HHI-EMD tests ethanol on methanol dual-fuel engine platform, offering increased fuel flexibility -- With ethanol gaining interest among shipowners as potential alternative fuel, HD Hyundai Engine & Machinery (HHI-EMD) reported it has successfully tested
by Luis Hoffman (Sulzer/Biodiesel Magazine) ... First-generation biodiesel (fatty acid methyl ester or FAME) producers who have the feedstock, capability and resources to switch to SAF production may hold the fate of air travel in their hands. A Growing Market for SAF Although
by Jim Kendrick (Biofuels Digest) What’s Hot: The Must Haves Making a Splash in 2026 LNG — The Tailored Transitional Look If marine fuels had a little black dress, LNG would be it. Globally recognizable, easy to style, and adaptable to many settings, LNG remains
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) Daily Digest today released its annual review of biofuels mandates and targets around the world, looking at the state of biofuels mandates in 65 countries. Get the latest up to the minute new information on the
by Tony Harrington (Green Air) A new assessment of sustainable aviation fuel across the Asia-Pacific region highlights low expectations of usage by 2030 without urgent policy support, saying multiple countries have proposed and discussed SAF targets but few have firm targets
(Chung-Ang University) This study presents a breakthrough in sustainable hydrogen production from seawater using chloride-resistant Ru nanocatalysts for direct electrolysis. The crystalline/amorphous Ru heterostructure exhibits 37× higher activity than commercial Pt catalysts in alkaline water electrolysis, enabling cost-effective hydrogen generation. By
by Park Seong-su (Sisa Journal (Google Translation)) Expanding application areas, from hydrogen mobility to next-generation energy sources. -- Hyundai Motor Company plans to apply hydrogen technology across industries and develop new products. Hyundai Motor Company plans to build a hydrogen mobility ecosystem by
(The Dong-a Ilbo) ... In the late 19th century, after gasoline-powered engines were invented, Rudolf Diesel set out to create an engine that could run not only on gasoline, which was in short supply at the time, but also on a
(Seoul National University) - Water purification and hydrogen generation achieved simultaneously via nanoelectrokinetic ion concentration polarization; - Promising for use in infrastructure-limited environments such as disaster sites, spacecraft, and military operations; - Published in Communications Materials, an international journal in materials science Seoul
(Peruvian Association of Shipping Agents (Google translation)) A South Korean company has unveiled its newly patented design for a fuel supply vessel that can deliver multiple fuels. Sun Comprehensive Energy's bunker ship can transport LNG, methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen from a single
(Biofuels International) Over the past five years, several Asian countries have introduced or strengthened biofuel mandates as part of their strategies to enhance energy security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support agricultural economies. These policies have varied in scope and ambition,
(Molecule Group) Brazilian President Lula urged countries to support the Belém 4X Pledge on Sustainable Fuels during the Global Climate Leaders’ Summit. “Belém 4x” aims to provide political support and foster international cooperation to at least quadruple the use of sustainable fuels by
(Carbon Clean) Carbon Clean, a global leader in cost-effective industrial carbon capture technology, and SAMSUNG E&A, a world-class engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company, today announced an innovative alliance to deliver modular, scalable carbon capture solutions for industries worldwide. The partnership
(International Chamber of Shipping) In light of recent developments, the Tripartite participating organisations reaffirmed their support to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as the global regulator for international shipping, capable of delivering effective regulations in close collaboration with the maritime community. The
(HMM) HMM has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with four subsidiaries of Hanwha Group(Hanwha Power Systems, Hanwha Ocean, Hanwha Aerospace, Hanwha Systems) and Korean Register(KR) to jointly develop a next-generation zero-carbon propulsion system for ships. Under this collaboration, the partners aim
(Korea Maritime News) Construction of the world's first large ammonia-fueled bulk carrier (Newcastlemax class) is becoming visible. The vessels, ordered by Belgian shipping company CMB.TECH for its bulk carrier subsidiary Bocimar, are being built at Beihai Shipyard, a subsidiary of China
(Sohu (Google translation)) Singaporean shipowner Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) recently announced that it will convert 14 ammonia dual-fuel bulk carriers it ordered from Qingdao Beihai Shipyard to LNG dual-fuel power systems. According to foreign media reports, EPS confirmed that the vessels were
(VietStock) Deputy Director of the Cần Thơ Department of Industry and Trade LêThành Thanh welcomed the proposals, saying they fit the city’s strategy for sustainable industry. -- Two major enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) – Lotte Chilsung Beverage (part of
(DNV) Ammonia is gaining traction as a marine fuel, backed by regulatory progress, engine innovation and early fleet adoption. Due to high costs and infrastructure gaps, shipowners are advised to plan strategically when choosing the right future fuel. How far and
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
(NATE Communications (Google Translation)) Samsung Heavy Industries announced on the 24th (September) that it had received approval in principle for its "Ammonia-Based Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Crude Oil Tanker" from the French classification society (BV). The ammonia-based hydrogen fuel cell uses cracking technology
(Methanex) Methanex Corporation (TSX:MX) (Nasdaq:MEOH), the world’s largest producer and supplier of methanol, today (September 23, 2025) announced new strategic partnerships in two of the world’s key fueling hubs—the ARA (Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp) region and South Korea. These agreements further advance Methanex’s leadership
(Korean Air) Korean Air has expanded its use of domestically produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), introducing a SAF blend on flights to Kobe and Osaka. The airline first trialed locally produced SAF on its Incheon-Haneda route from August 2024 to August 2025,
(Eni) Eni announces that it has received approval from the Italian Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security to convert selected units at the Sannazzaro de’ Burgondi (Pavia) refinery into a biorefinery. Eni has now started the authorization process and has
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... But only now, with companies like Amogy, are we cracking its hidden hydrogen to fuel ships, trucks, and maybe even data centers. Could this smelly old industrial standby be the fresh track that breaks us out
(Seoul National University/Science X/Phys.Org/MSN) Seoul National University College of Engineering announced that a joint research team has become the first in the world to elucidate the reconstruction mechanism of copper alloy catalysts during electrochemical CO₂ conversion reactions. The research sheds light on
(KBS World) Starting in 2027, sustainable aviation fuel(SAF) will power all international passenger planes in South Korea as the nation seeks to lead efforts to achieve carbon neutrality in the aviation industry. A road map the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport
(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
(HD Hyundai (Google Translation)) ▶ Ammonia wastewater treatment device, hazardous zone designation system… Obtained ABS basic certification ▶ Preemptive response in line with international regulations, leading the development of ammonia fuel safety and environmental technology ▶ Laying the foundation for commercialization of ammonia-powered
by Byun Hye-jin (The Korea Herald) With China pulling back exports, Korea has opening to fill rising demand from Europe, North America, Japan -- Once a heavy importer of biofuels and raw materials for its renewable energy transition, South Korea is rapidly emerging
by Chris Bennett (AgWeb) ... On Sept. 2, 2025, a telltale farm meeting went nuclear. Field representatives from the offices of Sen. Tom Cotton, Sen. John Boozman and Rep. Rick Crawford, along with a rep sent by Gov. Sarah Sanders, initially
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... That’s where Utility Global appears out of the fog, built like a runner for the long race. The company’s edge begins with technology — its eXERO™ platform, a way to produce hydrogen from off-gases and water without
(Fuels Cells Works) South Korea’s Jeonnam Province (South Jeolla) has formally applied to the national government for KRW 2.7 trillion ($1.9 billion) in state subsidies to build what it says would be the largest clean hydrogen production complex in the country,
(Bio Friends) On August 22nd, Biofriends Inc. (CEO WonJun Cho), a clean fuel and renewable energy production company, and Cheongmyeong Co., Ltd. (CEO MinSu Na), a leading K-biogas company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to build Korea's first commercial-scale biogas-based
(DNV) At the end of 2023, Ulsan Port Authority, a major energy distribution hub and a pioneer of the energy transition in the region, joined DNV Korea’s Decarbonization Network. The benefits are mutual, with the network partners committed to sharing knowledge
(LG Chem) A joint venture of LG Chem and Enilive to process approximately 400,000 tons of renewable bio-feedstocks by 2027 at Korea’s first HVO/SAF facility -- LG Chem and Enilive have taken a major step toward biofuels growth by breaking ground on
(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 Chongyang Zhang (Hydrogen Insight) First phase to produce 270,000 tonnes — 150,000 from biomass and 120,000 from electrolytic H2 -- A total of 20 Chinese and foreign partners have agreed to jointly build a green hydrogen-based methanol project in Jilin province, northeastern China,
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... That’s where the SAF sector is today: not just climbing but aligning, stabilizing its flight path, and making deliberate adjustments to reach net‑zero on schedule. The industry’s newest announcements — from XCF Global’s billion‑dollar build‑out to
(Eni) Enilive, the company dedicated to mobility products and services, has today (July 15, 2025) released its first Sustainability Report, Enilive For 2024. The report, available online, underscores Enilive’s commitment to delivering increasingly decarbonized solutions that support the energy transition and contribute to Eni’s
(U.S. Grains Council) The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) recently sponsored South Korea SAF experts to tour the U.S. alcohol-to-jet Fuel (ATJ) technology supply chain. Participants met with stakeholders ranging from low-carbon intensity (CI) corn farmers to ATJ SAF production technology companies
(Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto) today announced that on June 26, it refueled its operated coal carrier HOKULINK (Note 1) with biofuel at Yeosu Port in South Korea. The HOKULINK, which transports coal for Hokuriku Electric Power
(Maersk) A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) has named the first vessel in a series of 17,480 TEU vessels equipped with dual-fuel methanol propulsion. The naming event took place on 18 June at Hyundai Heavy Industries’ (HHI) yard in Ulsan, South Korea. The
by Kami Buchholz (Engine Technology Forum/Power Progress) The internal combustion engine (ICE) has served as an indispensable power source for on-highway and off-highway vehicles for decades. While the ICE continues to showcase an attitude of sustainability as a standalone provider of
(Manifold Times) Trio signed a non-binding JDA to establish low-emissions ammonia bunkering operations to service iron ore carriers at Port of Dampier in Australia by 2030. -- NH3 Clean Energy (NH3) on Tuesday (10 June) said it it has signed a non-binding
by WOO Jaeyoon (Mainichi Keizai) Hanwha Ocean has decided to focus its efforts on developing ultra-large ammonia carriers, which are environmentally friendly vessels. By taking the lead in future eco-friendly ship technology, the company plans to shake off China's pursuit and take
(Intelligent Energy) Intelligent Energy, a leading UK-based fuel cell technology company, and IBT, a South Korean energy solutions / battery provider, are pleased to announce the signing of a collaboration agreement to jointly develop a 100kW hydrogen fuel cell-based generator, certified
by Jeong Min-jo (Busan Economic Daily/Google Translation) Ulsan City has been finally designated as the 'Ulsan Ammonia Bunkering Regulatory Free Zone'. This designation is expected to contribute to the creation of an eco-friendly shipbuilding industry ecosystem based on ammonia based on shipbuilding
(HD Hyundai Mipo) Agreement to apply ammonia propulsion engine to 4 multipurpose liquefied gas carriers -- Leading the next-generation eco-friendly shipbuilding market, including the start of construction of LCO2 carriers HD Hyundai Mipo (CEO Hyung-Kwan Kim), an affiliate of HD Korea Shipbuilding &
The event is a global EXPO combining conferences and exhibitions, focusing on climate and energy. It will coincide with APEC Energy, CEM16, and MI-10 Ministerial Meetings, and high-level government officials are expected to attend. READ MORE
Molecule Forum brings together leaders from sustainable fuels, chemicals and materials industries to discuss the barriers that are preventing cross-sector and international energy deals and market acceleration. Morning presentations explore specific barriers and offer tangible solutions and recommendations. Afternoon roundtables invite
by Choi Ki-chang (Electronic Newspaper Internet (Google Translation)) Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party candidate, has defined the shipbuilding industry as a future growth engine and emphasized that he will introduce various policies to promote related industries. On the 14th, the candidate said, “As
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) New pathway makes maximum use of renewable methane and much higher yield for the same amount of biogas by utilizing CO2 in feedstock -- Syzygy Plasmonics has successfully completed performance testing of the world's largest all-electric GHG e-Reforming™ demonstration
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
by Anne Miranda and Tara Bennett-Chirico (U.S. Department of Energy Energy Information Administration) Retail prices for regular grade gasoline in California are consistently higher than in any other state in the continental United States, often exceeding the national average by more than
(Argus Media) An Argus overview on SAF regulations, market fundamentals and prices READ MORE
(UkAgroConsult/S&P Global) Brazil’s booming corn ethanol industry is driving a surge in dried distillers grains with solubles production, and producers — especially in Mato Grosso state — are teaming up with local authorities to open new international markets, with a major
(Khan (Google Translation)) A 'green shipping route' crossing the Pacific Ocean between Korea and the United States will be established in 2027. A preliminary feasibility study is also being conducted with the goal of conducting a pilot operation of a green
by Tony Harrington (GreenAir) A high-level trans-Pacific research programme has concluded that abundant supplies of agricultural feedstock across multiple countries in Southeast Asia could facilitate the region’s emergence as a key global supplier of sustainable aviation fuels. The study was undertaken
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Energy and chemical company SK Incheon Petrochemical, a subsidiary of South Korea’s conglomerate SK Group, has launched the first domestic production and supply of B30 biofuel for the shipping sector. The company started supplying B30 marine fuel
by Chen Aizhu and Trixie Sher Li Yap (Reuters) China's used cooking oil (UCO) exports to the United States, its largest buyer, are set to plunge in coming months due to steep tariffs, forcing sellers to divert shipments to Europe and
(Utility Global) Utility Global, Inc. (“Utility”), a global leader in economic clean hydrogen production, announced that it will partner with Hanwha Corporation E&C Division (“Hanwha”) to carry out a Pre-FEED (preliminary front-end engineering and design) study for the deployment of its
(Universität Würzburg) ... If humans could imitate photosynthesis, it would have many advantages. The free energy from the sun could be used to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and use it to build carbohydrates and other useful substances. It would
(American Journal of Transportation) In a major push toward decarbonizing maritime logistics, President Jae-young Byeon of the Ulsan Port Authority (UPA) and Chief Executive Sun-bae Hong of the Korea Maritime Cooperation Center (KMC) jointly announced the successful conclusion of the “2nd
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) New pathway makes maximum use of renewable methane and much higher yield for the same amount of biogas by utilizing CO2 in feedstock -- Syzygy Plasmonics has successfully completed performance testing of the world's largest all-electric GHG e-Reforming™ demonstration
by Hoyoung Choi (Gyeongnam CBS (Google Translation)) Establishment of performance and safety verification system for eco-friendly cryogenic equipment for ships -- Gyeongsangnam-do Province announced on the 10th that it will push forward with the second year of the project this year
(U.S. Grains Council) U.S. ethanol exports have crossed the one-billion-gallon threshold halfway through Marketing Year (MY) 2024/2025, a 27 percent increase from the same period in MY 2023/2024, according to new information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The sharp rise in
(Pusan (Google Translation)) Busan National University Hydrogen Ship Technology Center and American Register of Shipping Promote International Joint Research -- Pusan National University (President Choi Jae-won) Hydrogen Ship Technology Center announced that it signed an 'Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Joint
(Desmet) We are proud to announce that Desmet has been awarded a new contract by LG-ENI Biorefining, a joint venture between LG Chem and ENI Italy. In collaboration with the main contractor GS Engineering & Construction, we will deliver the HVO pretreatment plant
(Automotive News/Yahoo!) Hydrogen trucking startups have faltered, leaving legacy manufacturers to determine whether the energy source has a long-term future in hauling cargo. Three startups that built fuel cell systems or upfitted them into commercial vehicles — Nikola Corp., Hyzon Motors Inc.
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
(Kaist Research News) Hydrogen production using renewable energy is a key technology for eco-friendly energy and chemical production . However, hydrogen produced in this way is difficult to store and transport , so research is being conducted worldwide to store hydrogen in the form
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