In Singapore, Ocean Network Express held the naming ceremony for its first self-owned newbuild container ship, ONE Sparkle, at Hyundai Heavy Industries in Ulsan, South Korea, on February 14. The 13,800 TEU vessel is part of a 20-ship series designed for future methanol and ammonia fuel use, with deliveries planned through 2026. “The naming of […]
In Singapore, Ocean Network Express (“ONE”) and Yusen Logistics Co., Ltd announced a new agreement for sustainable shipping solutions through ONE’s green shipping service, ONE LEAF+. This collaboration demonstrates how the industry can advance sustainable supply chain practices and marine transportation to deliver environmental benefits. Under this agreement, ONE will use sustainable biofuels for propulsion, […]
In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Singapore-based provider of marine fuel solutions Uni-Fuels has received both ISCC EU and ISCC PLUS certifications from the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC). Specifically, the ISCC certifications ensure that the biofuels traded by Uni-Fuels Singapore meet the requirements of the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive (RED II), including […]
In Singapore, Manifold Times reports BAC Renewable Energy, Singapore-based Dovechem Group, and TLP Terminal signed a Memorandum of Agreement on February 7 at Tanjung Langsat Port, Johor, to develop the BAC RE ASEAN Biofuels Storage and Exporting Hub for handling biogas-derived fuels, including BioLNG. BAC RE described the project as a step toward “establishing a […]
In Singapore, The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to potentially source neat sustainable aviation fuel from Aether Fuels. The agreement outlines the SIA Group’s intention to procure neat SAF for five years when Aether plants begin commercial production, with an option for a five-year extension. The neat SAF will […]
In Singapore, Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to potentially source neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Aether Fuels. The agreement outlines the SIA Group’s intention to procure neat SAF for five years when Aether plants begin commercial production, with an option for a five-year extension. The neat SAF will be […]
In Singapore, Manifold Times reports on January 27, Hafnia and its joint venture partner Socatra of France held a naming ceremony at Guangzhou Shipyard International for Ecomar Gascogne, the first of four 49,800 dwt methanol dual-fuel MR tankers. The newbuilds mark Hafnia’s entry into the dual-fuel methanol segment, with the remaining vessels set for delivery […]
In China, South China Morning Post reports Hong Kong and China Gas (Towngas) and Singapore’s Global Energy Trading signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a green methanol supply chain across Asia, focusing on decarbonizing the shipping industry, which aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Towngas began producing green methanol in 2023 at […]
In Singapore, Umami Bioworks has unveiled cultivated caviar made from a mix of cultured sturgeon cells and plant-based ingredients. The caviar alternative addresses many of the sustainability and ethical sourcing concerns with caviar consumption. According to WWF figures quoted by Green Queen, about 90% of sturgeon species are endangered, primarily due to caviar demand. “By […]
In Singapore, Neste and KPI OceanConnect recently collaborated on the supply of Neste MY Renewable Diesel to the marine sector in Singapore in partnership with Global Energy for operational delivery in Singapore waters. This is the first time renewable diesel is supplied to the marine sector players to be used e.g. by cruise ships in […]
