(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
(Lloyd's Register) Fuel for Thought: Hydrogen is Lloyd’s Register’s definitive guide to the role of hydrogen in the maritime sector’s journey towards decarbonisation. As the industry faces unprecedented pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen emerges as a cornerstone of the
(LLoyd's Register) The Guidance Notes provide clear technical direction for the design, installation and integration of onboard hydrogen generators. -- Lloyd’s Register (LR) has published the maritime industry’s first dedicated Guidance Notes for onboard hydrogen generation, providing long-awaited clarity on the safe design
(AVEVA) • AVEVA has completed its first major purchase of sustainable aviation fuel certificates (SAFc), an important step that brings AVEVA in line with fulfilling its World Economic Forum (WEF) First Movers Coalition (FMC) commitment, five years ahead of schedule. This achievement
The Energy from Waste Conference 2026 is set to build on the strong momentum of previous years, bringing together an outstanding line-up of industry leaders, technical specialists, and pioneering developers for two days of cutting-edge insight and collaboration. In 2026, attendees
SAF Investor London is dedicated to discussing the critical issues central to accelerating capital investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel production. Investors want certainty. They need to know that: future demand is strong; feedstock supply is stable; the economics of production work;
(U.K. Department for Transport and The Rt Hon Heidi Alexander MP) The funding will go towards UK research and development projects that help deliver net zero aviation by 2050. up to £43 million will be allocated to green aviation projects, paving the way for airport
(Drax) Drax has today (January 26, 2026) launched its Biomass Tracker, a new digital tool that provides greater visibility into the journey our woody biomass takes through the company’s global supply chain. The interactive tool shows the countries and states where Drax
by Hadriana Lowenkron (Bloomberg/MSN) President Donald Trump threw his support behind a legislative proposal that would expand sales of higher-ethanol E15 gasoline as he looked to build support for his economic record with a crowd that included farmers in Iowa. Trump told
(Molecule Group) Molecule Group's held an ILUC Reconsidered workshop on-site at the Clean Fuels Conference 2026 in Orlando on January 19th to gather feedback on the workstream’s near-term objectives. ILUC Reconsidered group leader* Tristan Brown was a panel speaker during the “ILUC
(Heriot-Watt University) Hydrogen transport infrastructure is developing at half the pace of other clean technologies, creating a bottleneck that could put billions in clean energy investment at risk, new research from Heriot-Watt University shows. A recent study from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University
(The Yomiuri Shimbun/The Japan News) The government plans to support the cost of next-generation aviation fuel, known as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), by subsidizing purchases by domestic airlines. The plans would require all airline passengers to shoulder an additional charge of several
(Iowa Corn Growers Association) Without immediate passage of nationwide, year-round E15 and access to ultra-low carbon ethanol markets, such as sustainable aviation fuel and marine fuel, Iowa’s corn and ethanol industry will continue its downward decline, according to a new study released by Iowa Corn and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association. Iowa’s
(Engie) • ENGIE takes final investment decision on a new biomethane facility in the North of England, backed by a long-term biomethane purchasing agreement (BPA) with PepsiCo UK UK’s first food and drink industry BPA expected to help reduce PepsiCo UK’s emissions
(Lloyd's Register) The UK is taking a decisive step towards leading the global race to decarbonise shipping with the launch of the Maritime Nuclear Consortium. Convened by Lloyd’s Register (LR), the group unites leading expertise from the nuclear, maritime, insurance and regulatory
(Syzygy Plasmonics/PR Newswire) Binding six-year offtake agreement marks a significant milestone for the industry, paving the way for using abundant biogas to create cost-competitive SAF HOUSTON, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Syzygy Plasmonics, a global leader in light-driven chemical reactor technology, today announced a binding
(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
by Sebastian Wittrock (Univeristy of Southern Denmark) In collaboration with European partners, researchers from SDU’s Department of Green Technology will develop a new type of electrolyser that can produce green hydrogen more cheaply, sustainably, more efficiently, and without the use of PFAS,
(Asterion) • The investment includes €800 million of equity, comprising €400 million from Asterion Industrial Infra Fund III and €400 million in co-investment commitments from existing investors. ABIO is rapidly scaling its European footprint, with six operational biomethane plants, six under construction, and
The AD & Biogas Industry Awards recognise outstanding achievements and innovation across the industry. Each year, we honour the visionaries and pioneers who are transforming waste into renewable energy, supporting net zero goals and leading the way in sustainable growth. Now’s
(Cotswold District Council) Cotswold District Council is taking action to improve its recycling collection service while making its biggest ever move to cut carbon emissions by replacing its waste vehicles with a new, greener fleet. This is the single largest carbon reduction initiative the council has ever undertaken in terms
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
by Chakraborty (Inventiva) The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as the world races to meet ambitious climate targets and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In this transition, biofuels have emerged as a critical bridge technology, offering renewable alternatives
(Fuel Cells Works) A UK-backed consortium is moving green methanol for shipping from theory toward pilot-scale reality, using waste streams as feedstock. PuriFire Energy has joined a UK government-supported consortium to pilot green methanol production for the maritime sector, positioning the
(bp) Partnership will leverage Corteva technology and bp integrated downstream capabilities to produce and deliver biofuel feedstocks to global markets; Ignacio Conti to be CEO, Gaurav Sonar to be Chair of the Board of Directors Corteva Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) and bp (NYSE: BP,
by Mikala Grubb, Sandra Winter-Madsen, Milica Folić and Sylvain Verdier (Topsoe/Biofuels Digest) The renewable fuels industry has reached a critical juncture. After years of incremental progress, false starts and regulatory uncertainty, the sector is entering a phase that experts describe with
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 Gwyn Topham (The Guardian) Provisional figures in government mandate’s first year show 20% shortfall in levels of SAF supplied for UK flights -- Production data published by the Department for Transport (DfT) covering most of 2025 shows that sustainable fuels (SAF) only accounted for
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
(U.K. Department for Transport) In 2023, transport accounted for 35% of economy-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions when including international aviation and maritime. The government is committed to delivering greener transport, which will support the missions to kickstart economic growth and make
(DNV) The UK Emissions Trading System (ETS) will apply to shipping from 1 July 2026, introducing carbon pricing for UK domestic voyages and all in-port emissions in the UK. While similar to the EU ETS scheme, UK ETS has distinct requirements that operators must understand. In our latest Maritime
(Bioenergy International) UK waste plastic recovery technology developer Pyroplast Energy Ltd, currently trading as Clean Planet Technologies (CPTech), part of the Clean Planet Group, has announced that its core pyrolysis-oil upgrading process has now been formally patented in both the United
by Toby Shay (Argus Media) Ethanol prices in Europe look to be well supported in 2026, and demand for higher greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions saving product is expected to grow. This comes as the EU's updated Renewable Energy Directive (RED III) is
(Lighthouse Green Fuels) • Alfanar Group’s Lighthouse Green Fuels (LGF) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) facility on Teesside has today progressed to the public consultation phase of the Development Consent Order (DCO) process The £2bn project is expected to be the first commercial
(Neste) Innovation has always been the engine behind renewable fuels. Today, it is more critical than ever – not only to scale up the production of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, but also to unlock the next generation of renewable
by Allen Schaeffer (Engine Technology Forum) Vehicle, engine, and equipment makers, and their suppliers and fuel producers, are adapting and pivoting to meet the demands of the moment. ... Reeling from the sharp fall of electric vehicles and the seismic shift in Washington,
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) The TRA suggests keeping countervailing duties on Indonesian biodiesel and updating the product description to exclude sustainable aviation fuel. -- The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has published its Statement of Essential Facts regarding imports of biodiesel from Indonesia. This transition review was
by Asparuh Koev (Transmetrics/Biofuels Digest) The Trump administration’s plan to scale back the Biden-era fuel-efficiency standards may trim compliance costs for manufacturers and even reduce the sticker price on new vehicles. Yet for fleet owners, any upfront relief is likely to be short-lived.
(Rolls-Royce) Rolls-Royce, easyJet, Heathrow and University College London Air Transportation Systems Lab (UCL ATSLab) published a report highlighting how hydrogen-powered aircraft could enable European and UK aviation to cut carbon emissions while supporting future growth. The study, Enabling Hydrogen in the European Aviation
(Topsoe) • Topsoe has been chosen to deliver advanced Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) technology, consuming 120MW green power for Carbon Neutral Fuels’ e-SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) project called Project Starling in Workington, UK. The plant is expected to produce 25,000 metric tons of e-SAF per
(Biofuels International) Independent fuel distributor in the UK Certas Energy has achieved the EcoVadis ‘Gold Medal’ for its commitments to responsible business practice. The award places Certas Energy in the top five per cent of businesses reviewed by EcoVadis globally in relation to sustainability
(European Biogas Association) The European Biogas Association (EBA) today (December 10, 2025) unveils the 15th edition of its Statistical Report, the landmark annual publication offering the most comprehensive assessment of biogas and biomethane markets in Europe. The 2024–2025 dataset underscores the
by David Priestman (Logistics Business) Grangemouth-based Scottish green chemical producer Celtic Renewables has partnered with LogChain, a digital supply chain and logistics software developer, to make international shipping more sustainable with the first digitalised shipment of green chemicals. Celtic used LogChain’s private
(Argent Fuel) Banks Mining, a long-established mining and quarrying company, has partnered with biodiesel supplier Argent Energy to lower carbon emissions from its mining operations. Known for surface mining, Banks operates one of the UK’s largest wholly-owned fleets of earthmoving machinery. The
by Joanna Plucinska and Olivia Le Poidevin (Reuters) SAF production not meeting expected volumes, says IATA's Willie Walsh; SAF currently 0.3% of global jet fuel usage, projected 0.7% by 2025; Airlines blame producers for high SAF prices, insufficient production The global airline industry is
by Jason Arunn Murugesu (BBC) BP has pulled out of building a hydrogen plant on Teesside following a row over whether the site would be better suited to housing a data centre instead. A government decision on whether the plant at Teesworks in
(Green Finance Institute/Globe Newswire) Willis Sustainable Fuels UK Limited (“WSF”), a subsidiary of Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC”) and the Green Finance Institute (“GFI”), an independent advisor to governments and investors, have announced a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Project
(Concawe) Report no. 10/25: Advanced biofuels are expected to play a key role in the decarbonisation of the European transport sector, particularly in hard-to-abate segments such as aviation, maritime transport, and heavy-duty road vehicles. To support the EU’s climate neutrality objectives
(Argus Media) New transparency to help participants optimise compliance obligations -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched the world's first assessed price for UK sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) certificates, expanding its coverage of the northwest European SAF market. The new
(EurActiv) Europe’s energy giants are seeking to harness the potential of agricultural residues to increase the use of biofuel -- As Europe races to decarbonise transport, biofuels are taking on renewed strategic importance. The European Commission has just published a bioeconomy strategy which recommends
(U.K. Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) This consultation is seeking views on the development of a common biomass sustainability framework, which includes proposals for strengthening existing biomass sustainability criteria in line with latest evidence as well as improvements to current
(NEG8 Carbon) Irish Direct Air Capture (DAC) company, NEG8 Carbon, has signed a contract for Phase 1 of a major project in the UK to develop large-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF) production using a low-carbon energy source. This paves the way
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) The TRA has proposed a countervailing measure on USA HVO biodiesel imports and has terminated its parallel dumping investigation. -- The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has published its Statement of Essential Facts on imports of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) biodiesel from
(Menzies Aviation) Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has taken another step towards its net-zero by 2045 target, by advancing the transition from diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) across its ground support equipment (GSE)
by Michael Barnard (Clean Technica) The story of the United States corn ethanol industry is a story about a sector that grew rapidly under a very specific set of policy, technology and market conditions. It filled a gap when gasoline demand
(Manifold Times) ExxonMobil’s UK offer currently includes 0.10% sulphur bio MGO and 3.50% sulphur bio HSFO. Bio HSFO and bio MGO are available to specific requirements up to B30 in UK South Coast ports. US energy giant ExxonMobil on Tuesday (25 November)
(Celtic Renewables) Celtic Renewables is moving forward with plans to build a new industrial-scale green chemical production plant in Grangemouth. It has appointed engineering design consultancy Allen Associates, part of the Forsyths Group of companies, to undertake extensive work to finalise the
by Sam Tabahriti (Reuters) Britain will apply anti-dumping duties on biodiesel imports from China after finding they were sold at unfairly low prices, the government said on Tuesday (November 25, 2025). Britain's body that investigates unfair trade practices recommended the measures after
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ... In practical terms, Aspire is a mild, distillable solvent pretreatment system designed to dissolve lignin—the structural “glue” of plant biomass—without degrading the cellulose or hemicellulose. Unlike conventional pretreatment methods that rely on harsh acids, steam
(Argus Media/PR Newswire) New indexes provide independent transparency to support offtake agreements -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched the world's first calculated prices for e-SAF (electrolytic sustainable aviation fuel). The modelled production costs will support offtake agreement negotiations
by Kate Abnett (Reuters) European Union countries have agreed to start talks with the UK to link the two sides' carbon markets, a spokesperson for Denmark's EU presidency said on Wednesday, in a move billed as part of a reset in relations following
(Dover Fueling Solutions/Biofuels International) While electric vehicles (EVs) and those powered by hydrogen and liquefied natural gas (LNG) dominate long-term strategy, many fleet operators are making carbon savings with a fuel that works today. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is now in use
(Biofuels International) The Department for Transport (DfT) has published an updated list of feedstocks eligible under the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate. The revised guidance outlines which materials can be used to produce renewable and low-carbon
(Rolls-Royce/Biobased Diesel Daily) Rolls-Royce announced Nov. 4 that it is leading a new project to find smarter ways of using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to increase its effectiveness and role in reducing non-CO2 emissions, specifically those associated with contrail formation. Co-funded through
(Birmingham Airport) Birmingham Airport Celebrates Successful Sustainable Fuel Trial -- The regional transport hub has been trialling the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as a sustainable alternative to diesel in 32 works and grounds vehicles onsite to reduce vehicle emissions by
(World Biogas Association) The IEA released its latest renewable energy market report, Renewables 2025, on 7 October 2025, highlighting that biogas and biomethane are becoming an integral part of the renewable energy success story. They are emerging as strategic fuels for decarbonising
by Sarah Dunsby (LondonLovesBusiness) As global markets shift from fossil fuels to renewables, London’s financial elite are scouting an unlikely new asset: waste. Specifically, waste-based biofeedstocks such as used cooking oil (UCO), animal fats, and organic residues are the core ingredients
(Hydrocarbon Processing) STEROPE is a new European project that will demonstrate how advanced carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies can transform industrial CO₂ emissions into sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), renewable marine fuels and bio-based chemicals, using green hydrogen and innovative catalytic
(CropEnergies) In October 2023, Germany's first public E20 filling station opened in Mannheim. The fuel on offer was developed by Mannheim-based CropEnergies AG. The demo fleet shows that E20 works perfectly well in everyday use. Logistics E20 can be used entirely within the
by Haley Jarvis (Brunel University of London) Scientists have secured more than £1 million in funding to turn seawater into fuel to power ships, ferries and fishing boats. -- Researchers at Brunel University of London and Genuine H2 will split seawater into
(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
(ETFuels) ETFuels, a leading global e-fuels developer announced the start of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for its flagship Rattlesnake Gap e-methanol project in West Texas - marking a major step toward the commercial-scale production of e-fuels for global shipping and aviation markets. Once
by Erin Krueger (Biomass Magazine) Phillips 66 doubled its production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) during the third quarter of 2025 and expects additional increases in production to be realized during the fourth quarter, according to statements made during the company’s
(Nexus Planning) Nexus Planning has successfully secured planning permission from Medway Council on behalf of Syntech Biofuel for the expansion of its sustainable energy operations at Kingsnorth Industrial Estate, Rochester. The approved development will deliver a new 1,600 sq m production building and associated infrastructure
by Robert Boddy (Kent Online) A new £50 million biofuel plant that will help power one of the largest road projects in Britain has been granted permission. Medway Council has given the green light for an expansion to the Syntech Biofuel facility
(PowerWood Canada/Globe Newswire) PowerWood Canada Corp cites 500 jobs to be created with introduction of Canada’s first ‘steam explosion’ pellet production facilities, while reducing wildfire threats and producing industry’s most viable low-carbon replacement for coal PowerWood Canada Corp. (“the Company”), headquartered in
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) is pleased to announce that its RSB EU RED certification scheme has been formally recognised under the UK’s Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO). Operators can now use their RSB EU RED certification to demonstrate compliance
(Bioenergy International) A novel hydrogen combustion engine technology trial, led by European Marine Energy Centre Ltd (EMEC) at Kirkwall Airport (KOI) in Orkney, was completed earlier this month. This marks the first time hydrogen has been used to meet both the
(AIN Online) Carbon Tracker’s latest report downplays expectations for increased use of sustainable aviation fuel before 2030. -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will make only a marginal contribution to reducing aircraft emissions before 2030, according to a new report published yesterday by
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), has commenced construction of a public access refuelling station at Magor, South Wales. The new station, owned and operated by CNG Fuels, is
by Neil Merrett (MRW) The EU should move away from relying on landfill bans in favour of a ‘cap-and-trade system’ to increase reuse and recycling, argues Zero Waste Europe (ZWE). A briefing document from the environmental campaign body had put forward the reform proposals
by Christopher Surgenor (GreenAir) The UK government has opened another public consultation on the levy to fund the revenue certainty mechanism (RCM) it is setting up to help sustainable aviation fuel producers secure final investment decisions on their projects. The government’s preferred
(Rolls-Royce) World first: first high-speed 100 percent methanol engine for ships successfully tested; Cooperation: Rolls-Royce, Woodward L’Orange and WTZ Roßlau are developing sustainable propulsion technology in the meOHmare research project; Green methanol: CO2-neutral, clean and safe marine fuel; Dual-fuel engines as a bridging technology
(Energy.AgWired.com) The United States is on track to export a record amount of fuel ethanol for the second year in a row in 2025, driven by growing international demand. That demand was evident at the recent Global Ethanol Summit, hosted by the
by Sean Captain (Fast Company) LanzaJet aims to power planes without petroleum. Its first plant got caught up in politics—forcing a sudden retooling before it can begin producing sustainable aviation fuel. A first-of-its-kind refinery has been in the works for a decade
(AInvest) Exxon Mobil Corp. warns that all UK oil refineries may close due to increasing carbon costs, citing the nation's biggest oil-processing plant, Fawley refinery. Two UK refineries have already closed this year. Exxon Chairman Paul Greenwood urges the UK to
by Jared White (Brownfield Ag News) The chairman of the U.S. Grains & Bioproducts Council says the ethanol export outlook is positive. “We see that as having the fastest, biggest potential of moving corn.” Mark Wilson, who farms in northern Illinois, says several
by Ajsa Habibic (Offshore Energy) Maritime transportation company Brittany Ferries, in collaboration with marine fuels supplier Titan, has marked the first delivery of liquefied biomethane (LBM/bioLNG) to its electric-hybrid ship, Saint-Malo. -- The milestone operation took place during the ferry’s regular bunker call
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), announces that CNG Fuels has entered into a GBP 25 million five-year debt facility with funds managed by the Foresight Group. Together
(Lloyd's Register) With momentum building behind nuclear as a zero-emission energy source, LR’s Fuel for Thought briefing during London International Shipping Week brought together key voices from across the industry to discuss how the sector can move from ambition to action. The
(Business Matters Magazine) As the UK strives to achieve net zero, the biofuel sector serves as a crucial foundation for sustainable growth. -- Fuel suppliers are required under the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RTFO) to blend progressively larger amounts of low-carbon biofuels.
(Celtic Renewables) Celtic Renewables has teamed up with Enzyme Supplies Ltd., a leading provider of industrial enzyme solutions. The collaboration brings together Enzyme Supplies’ cutting-edge enzyme formulations with Celtic Renewables’ award-winning bio-refining process, producing bio-based chemicals from by-products and waste. At the core of
by Felicity Bradstock (OilPrice.com) • Oil majors, including Shell, BP, and TotalEnergies, are scaling back or delaying biofuel projects despite earlier commitments to ramp up production. Shell’s decision to cancel its massive Rotterdam biofuels plant highlights broader financial and market challenges facing
(Hydrogen Safe) We are very pleased to announce that we have developed a strategic partnership with HORIBA UK, the expert in the development and manufacturing of scientific equipment and measuring tools, to strengthen UK intelligence in hydrogen fuel cell research. Using industry-leading
(Safety4Sea) DNV is launching the industry’s first public tender portal for e-methanol procurement within the European Union and the United Kingdom. As explained, the initiative connects a leading e-methanol producer with industrial offtakers across EU and UK markets, creating a new pathway
(Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA)) At today (October 14, 2025)’s Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA) annual conference, Minister Shanks, Minister for Energy in the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, delivered a keynote address emphasising that Carbon Capture,
by James Primrose (Stillwell Associates) Two of the world’s largest biofuel markets, the U.S. and Europe, share several common trends. Firstly, there is a growing demand for biomass-based biodiesel (BBD) – a category including renewable diesel (RD) and biodiesel (BD) –
by Caitlin Scheresky (Biomass Magazine) ... Bio-oil SAF, commonly known as hydrotreated esters and fatty acids (HEFA) technology, currently dominates SAF production simply because it’s been proven at a commercial scale. However, HEFA technology is far from the perfect solution. While
(Biomass Magazine) Exolum, Europe’s leading energy logistics company, on Oct. 15 announced its decision to invest £4.5 million in creating the U.K.’s first independent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blending facility at Redcliffe Bay in south-west England, as part of new plans
(The Maritime Executive) The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is making major strides in its efforts to decarbonize marine operations as its flagship polar research vessel set sail for a new season in Antarctica. They report the vessel’s engines will be running
(University of Oxford/Phys.Org) Academics at the University of Oxford and the University of Pennsylvania have conducted the most comprehensive review of evidence on the effectiveness on carbon offsetting to date and concluded the practice is ineffective and riddled with "intractable" problems.
by Enes Tunagur and Jonathan Saul (Reuters) US and Saudi Arabia strongly oppose carbon price on shipping; Trump urged countries to vote no to the emission-reduction measure; Majority of 57 countries voted to delay decision, 47 opposed -- A majority of countries at the
by Craig Eason (TradeWinds) Researchers in the UK have been given £1m ($1.24m) to investigate whether vessels can be powered with salt water. The study at Brunel University will use the first all-in one hydrogen maritime demonstrator to determine if hydrogen can
(Loughborough University) An electrochemical process developed by scientists at a Loughborough University spin-out company enables biodiesel producers to turn waste into profit – while slashing emissions and energy use. The R3V Tech team, headed by chemistry experts Dr Adriano Randi (CEO) and Professor Benjamin Buckley (CSO), have developed
by Violet George (Carbon Herald) India has achieved a significant step toward industrial decarbonization with the successful production of its first drop of methanol derived from captured carbon dioxide at NTPC’s Vindhyachal Super Thermal Power Station in Madhya Pradesh. The breakthrough
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) Biofuels claiming 27% of vegetable oil production by 2030; Aviation SAF competing for same waste oils as road transport; Advanced feedstocks still niche despite policy support -- EU and US waste oil imports have surged twentyfold since 2020, intensifying pressure
(OXCCU) -- Backed by global leaders in aviation, energy, and climate investing, OXCCU strengthens its position as a critical player in the global push for commercially viable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). -- Series B investors include IAGiVentures (the dedicated corporate venturing
(UFOP/Biobased Diesel Daily) ... Since February, the EU-27 has imposed duties on biodiesel imports from China, ranging from 10 percent to 35.6 percent, depending on the feedstock. Nevertheless, pressure from Chinese imports remains strong. According to Eurostat, imports of methyl-ester biodiesel made from used
(Argent Energy) Leading producer of waste-based biodiesel Argent Energy is introducing a new brand name – ‘Dieselite’ – to the company’s portfolio. Dieselite is a high-quality B+ biodiesel blend, developed to help reduce commercial vehicle fleet carbon emissions. Produced in the UK, Dieselite
(Bioenergy Insight) BP has the potential to develop at least nine biomethane projects in Brazil, according to company president Andres Guevara de la Vega, reports Argus Media. Speaking at a British Chamber of Commerce event in Rio de Janeiro, de la Vega said
(ReFuels) ReFuels N.V., one of Europe’s leading suppliers of renewable biomethane (Bio-CNG) for the decarbonisation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), has entered into a fixed price Bio-CNG agreement for one of Britain’s largest logistics operators. The agreement is a multi-year contract
(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
(Global e-Fuels) Smartenergy Group AG has signed a strategic partnership with Q8 Aviation, the international aviation arm of Kuwait Petroleum International, to advance the production and use of synthetic sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF). The agreement makes Q8 Aviation a cornerstone offtake
MCS Foundation) New report shows that although biomethane supply is expected to increase, its widescale use as a green fuel for home heating is not achievable; Even under most optimistic scenarios, biomethane could provide less than 18% of UK’s current gas demand; Priority
(Tesco) -- New fleet powered by biomethane produced from animal and food waste. -- Trucks will save up to 6,473 tonnes of CO2e annually. Tesco has announced it has added 42 new IVECO S-Way Natural Gas trucks to its fleet in Livingston,
by Katie Schroeder (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Ethanol producers’ data often ends up divided between departments, making it hard for production and lab teams to compare notes. Process information streaming from the plant’s distributed control system (DCS) and the intermittent test results
by Stephanie Kelly and Shadia Nasralla (Reuters/MSN) BP said on Thursday (September 25, 2025) it expects global oil demand to grow until 2030, five years later than its forecast a year ago, stressing slowed efforts to increase energy efficiency. The oil
by Matt Pole (Sussex Express) Reigate & Banstead Borough Council has taken its first delivery of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) so it can run its fleet of 28 waste collection vehicles on biofuel instead of diesel. The switch to HVO is expected
(Associated British Ports) To mark London International Shipping Week (LISW), Associated British Ports (ABP), the largest port operator in the UK, is celebrating the success of ‘TURBO-METH’, a clean technology project, which has secured funding as part of the Department for
(Catagen/Biobased Diesel Daily) Catagen, a Belfast-based clean-energy engineering company, announced Sept. 17 that it has officially launched ClimaHtech Green Flight at its Titanic Quarter Campus. CGF, a wholly owned subsidiary of Catagen, will use patented modular-reactor technology to produce sustainable aviation fuel
(Fortescue) The Fortescue Green Pioneer has sailed into New York for Climate Week NYC, the world’s largest annual climate event. -- The 75m dual fuel ammonia-powered vessel is docked on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, marking the latest stop on its 2025 global
by Rebecca Moore (Riviera) P&O Ferries’ Pride of Hull, has become the first ferry on the Hull–Rotterdam route to permanently run on lower-carbon biofuel blend -- Following a successful trial, Pride of Hull is now running entirely on Biofuel B30 – a blended fuel, containingn
(UABIO) The UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (UK CBAM) will be launched on 1 January 2027. This will ensure that imported carbon-intensive industrial goods are charged a comparable price for their carbon emissions to that which would be paid for similar
(Sustainable Agribusiness Forum) At the end of last year, IEA Bioenergy developed a report on biogas and biomethane production, the use of biogas and other anaerobic digestion products, political and financial conditions, as well as innovative projects in the member countries of the
(Velocys/PR Newswire) Altalto (Immingham) Limited, owned by Velocys, today (September 8, 2025) announced it has been awarded funding from the UK Department for Transport's Advanced Fuels Fund to progress the Basic Engineering Design of its flagship waste-to-SAF facility. The award enables Altalto
by Richard Winterbourne (Haush) The companies intend to speed up the development of cost-competitive fuels in Europe with technology, local relationships, market and regulatory knowledge. Gevo, Inc. and HAUSH Ltd., a European-based leader in renewable energy projects, have entered into an agreement to explore
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
(Biofuels International) The UK government has released its first domestic shipping decarbonisation targets, as part of the UK’s Maritime Decarbonisation Strategy. The new publication sets out a blueprint for transitioning the shipping sector to net-zero emissions by 2050, a strategy which aligns
(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
Biogas: delivering sustainable growth, energy security and a circular economy -- The UK Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association is pleased to share the preliminary programme for our flagship event, the ADBA National Conference 2025, taking place on 10 December near the
(Clean Planet Group) Dr Andrew Odjo, CEO of Clean Planet Technologies (CPTech), and CTO of Clean Planet Energy, part of the Clean Planet Group, today unveiled the UK’s first Plastics-to-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (P2SAF) technology during a keynote speech at the prestigious
The World Biogas Expo is taking place in Birmingham, United Kingdom, on 8-9 July 2026. Organised by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) and the World Biogas Association (WBA), the event is the only trade show solely dedicated to the global anaerobic digestion (AD) and
by Ignacio Costa (Topsoe/SAF Magazine) ... Coprocessing refers to the simultaneous processing of renewable and fossil feedstocks within existing refinery units, such as hydrotreaters or hydrocrackers. In this approach, renewable materials including vegetable oils, animal fats or used cooking oils are blended
(LanzaTech) Revolutionary technology has potential to expand feedstock for HEFA pathway for SAF, while eliminating palm oil dependency across industries -- LanzaTech Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNZA) (“LanzaTech” or the “Company”), a leader in carbon management solutions, is proud to announce an innovative
(GXO Logistics) GXO partners with B&Q to transition their entire logistics fleet to alternative fuels, now operating the second largest LNG fleet in the UK; B&Q piloting GXO’s proprietary AI-powered transport optimization platform, driving estimated savings of 240,000 kilometres and 150 tonnes of
(Aston University) Aston University research has shown the way forward for making renewable hydrogen and propane fuel gases from glycerol. An organic compound, glycerol is produced mainly from fats and oils and is often used in health and beauty products. With crude glycerol
by Samyak Pandey (S&P Global) China pivots from biodiesel exports to sustainable aviation fuel production amid EU trade barriers; Chinese SAF production capacity projected to reach 3.0-3.8 billion liters in 2025; Domestic biofuel consumption stagnates as China prioritizes EV over liquid biofuels for
(DP World) From the 1st September 2025, DP World UK has launched a unique Low Carbon Truck Programme Trial, providing UK HGV fleet owners an opportunity to trial Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a cleaner, renewable diesel alternative. In partnership with leading
by Paul Ticehurst (Johnson Matthey/Energy Connects) Relying on a single feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is not a realistic option. The amount of SAF needed for the aviation sector to meet the growing number of mandates and targets globally
(Chiltern Railways/Biobased Diesel Daily) In a boost for regional growth, Chiltern Railways announced in August that it has secured modern trains to transform customer journeys in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and the West Midlands in the U.K. Chiltern Railways, which is part of
(U.K. Trade Remedies Authority) The TRA has published its Statement of Essential Facts in the biodiesel investigation, recommending duties to counter dumping by Chinese exporters. -- The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has today [22 August 2025] published its Statement of Essential Facts (SEF) in
by Alejandro Gonzalez (Motor Finance Online) Influx of American imports reshapes petrol supply, raising questions for carmakers, retailers, and the road to E15. -- The collapse of Vivergo Fuels, announced last week after the UK government refused to provide emergency financial support, is
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
by James Davey (Reuters) UK-US trade deal removed UK tariffs on US ethanol; UK government says aid would not provide value for taxpayer; AB Foods confirms closure of Vivergo plant; AB Foods says UK government decision 'deeply regrettable'; Ensus talking to government to secure ongoing
(NFU) The promise of a consultation on how low carbon fuels are rewarded under the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation, potentially leading to the crop cap being removed, and the exploration of moving beyond E10 fuels are key among the changes the
(Falmouth Harbour/Biobased Diesel Daily) Falmouth Harbour announced in August that it is now among the harbors and port authorities in the U.K. using hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, to fuel its fleet of workboats. A £50,000 (USD$67,775), 6,500-liter (1,717-gallon) refueling facility
(Renewable Transport Fuel Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) Britain’s biodiesel sector is facing a major crisis that is putting hundreds of British jobs at risk, warned the Renewable Transport Fuel Association Aug. 12. Industry leaders are calling for urgent talks with ministers to
(VisaVerge) Aviation fuel demand rises 6% in 2025 to 107 billion gallons as travel recovers; EU and UK mandates enforce 2% SAF blending from January 1, 2025. Global SAF output doubled in 2024 but stays limited, creating cost pressures, prompting refineries
Position your business operations in a sustainable way - learn from and network with the global biomass supply chain -- The 2025 Argus Biomass Conference returned to London on 1-3 April 2025 for the largest global gathering of biomass leaders. 450+
Europe’s premier biofuels networking event - where innovation meets industry leadership -- The award winning Argus Biofuels Europe Conference & Exhibition returns to London on 20-22 October 2025, bringing together over 700 senior industry leaders for three days of unparalleled networking, learning,
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