Fenix Transitions Port of LA Equipment to Renewable Diesel, Biodiesel Blend

July 24, 2021

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by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) Fenix Marine Services in the Port of Los Angeles has made what it says is one of the largest commitments to environmental sustainability in the maritime sector by fully transitioning its fleet of more than 300 pieces of container-handling equipment from petroleum diesel fuel to a blend of 80 percent renewable diesel and 20 percent biodiesel (RD80).

“This blend has proven to provide the best environmental footprint while minimizing transition costs and time,” the company stated.

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Fenix noted that carbon intensity of the RD80 fuel blend is as low as, or lower than, battery-electric equipment and reduces particulates by 90 percent, NOx by 70 percent and completely eliminates sulfur emissions.

The fuel switch, which the company says is effective immediately, also includes smaller diesel-powered support vehicles.

Incorporation of the RD80 fuel is the company’s latest in a series of sustainable endeavors, which, according to Fenix, include replacing or repowering more than 50 older pieces of equipment with the latest emissions control technologies, including hybrid and hydrogen fuel cells; purchasing renewable energy credits for electrical supply; and more. READ MORE