Arkas Bunker lights the fuse on Türkiye’s first B24 fueling

In Singapore, Manifold Times reports Arkas Bunker began supplying Bio24F bunker fuel in Türkiye, marking the country’s first use of biofuel in the maritime industry. The fuel was used to refuel Arkas Line’s container vessel, Matilde A, at Marport, blending 24% ISCC-certified used cooking oil with 76% fuel oil.

Seckin Gul, General Manager at Arkas Bunker said, “About three years ago, we started research and development on bio-components by taking a closer look at marine biofuels. In February, we achieved our goal for 2024 by obtaining the ISCC certification, becoming Türkiye’s first ISCC-certified bunker supplier.”

The launch of Bio24F is part of Arkas Bunker’s effort to comply with international regulations and help shipowners meet sustainability targets. Arkas Line CEO Can Atalay, said, “Türkiye’s first biofuel, Bio24F, was supplied by Arkas Bunker to an Arkas Line vessel for the first time. Our trials have shown that we can reduce carbon emissions without needing any modifications to our vessel’s fuel system.”

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