In Singapore, TotalEnergies Marine Fuels supplied its first B100 biofuel bunker on August 5 in Singapore, marking a significant expansion in its low-carbon fuels offer as it supports the decarbonization goals of global shipping. TotalEnergies Marine Fuels used an IMO Type II chemical bunker tanker, MAPLE, owned by Global Energy Group, to transfer 700 metric […]
In the UK, a radio ad for Virgin Atlantic, heard on 24 November 2023, stated, “On the 28th of November, Virgin Atlantic’s Flight 100 will take to the skies on our unique flight mission from London Heathrow to JFK to become the world’s first commercial airline to fly transatlantic on 100% sustainable aviation fuel. When […]
In Canada, the Government of Canada announced up to C$6,592,913 to Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC) through the AgriScience Program – Clusters Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The Bioproducts Cluster, led by BIC, will develop specialized technologies that turn renewable resources, such as agricultural residues, into useful bioenergy, biofuels, and biomaterials like […]
In the UK, OXCCU recently launched its first official demonstration plant, OX1, at Oxford Airport. The OX1 plant represents a significant advancement in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Through its novel catalyst and reactor design, the subject of over a decade of research at the University of Oxford, the plant will convert carbon dioxide (CO2) […]
In Denmark, Topsoe has signed an agreement with HOLBORN Europa Raffinerie, to provide its HydroFlex technology for the production of SAF and renewable diesel at its plant in Hamburg. Elena Scaltritti, Chief Commercial Officer at Topsoe, said: “To support the energy transition, we need a cleaner long-distance transportation sector. A key step in securing this […]
In Canada, the government of Nova Scotia reported that the province is now taking applications for the Clean Fuels Fund, which helps industries, businesses and communities switch to low-carbon and renewable fuels. “We’re moving toward a cleaner, greener Nova Scotia, and our industries are making the move with us,” said Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural […]
In Malaysia, EcoCeres Limited, a subsidiary of EcoCeres Inc., agreed to lease 100,000 cubic meters in Dialog Terminals Langsat’s expanded storage facilities in Tanjung Langsat, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia. Dialog Terminals Langsat is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Dialog Group Berhad. It recently expanded its facilities with an additional 150,000 cubic meters of storage […]
In Delaware, Allied Market Research reported that the biomass briquette market is estimated to reach $1.9 billion by 2033, up from $900 million last year. The market is forecast to expand at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2024 to 2033, according to the research firm. “Biomass briquettes are a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional […]
In New Zealand, NRZ reported that the country’s biggest gas user Methanex is temporarily shutting its New Zealand methanol plants and selling the gas to power companies. The report noted that the firm would shut its Taranaki plant until the end of October after agreeing to sell the gas to Contact Energy and Genesis Energy. […]
In India, Financial Express reported that the Indian government is considering a proposal to increase ethanol prices for the next season commencing November 2024, while it aims to achieve the 20% blending target by 2025-26. The report cites sources saying that the revision of ethanol prices would be based on the fair and remunerative price […]
